Blasting Trainer

Crucible ETN; Strawberry Plains (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start day 1

Healthcare & Dental

Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Annual Bonus (non-guaranteed)

Job summary

Crucible ETN in Strawberry Plains, Tennessee, seeks an experienced Training Specialist for underground ore extraction operations. You will assess and sign-off employees, conduct new hire and refresher trainings, and deliver site-specific programs across multiple mining sites to ensure safe, compliant performance.

The role requires 5+ years in underground mining, MSHA Mine Rescue Training and Part 48 certification preferred, with strong safety leadership and ability to respond quickly to

Qualifications

• 5+ years mining experience in all aspects of underground ore extraction.
• Knowledge of MSHA and other relevant Government Regulations regarding safety and health management.
• Current MSHA Mine Rescue Training Certification and MSHA Part 48 Training Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and sign-off employees according to the training plan
• Conduct new hire training classes and Annual Refresher Training as needed
• Deliver site specific training at all sites at Crucible ETN
• Assist the Training Supervisor in developing and implementing new training policies and procedures
• Work with the Training Officers to align underground and simulator training
• Assist in achieving the training plan through effectively and efficiently ensuring training of mining personnel in relation to the equipment and knowledge required; modifying and improving the training as required by production needs
• Assist with performance management of trainees and production teams by notifying relevant supervisors when coaching of substandard performance occurs
• Ensure performance of trainees is reported to supervision in a timely manner to ensure correct development decisions are made
• Provides technical safety and health support and information to mining, maintenance and operations
• Identify company safety training needs and develop and coordinate safety training programs in conjunction with the Training Supervisor
• Continuously improve the skills/knowledge of mining personnel to optimize ore extraction to specification
• High-level of responsiveness into assisting miners to quickly resolve operational training or method problems
• Provide follow up evaluations on newly signed off operators to ensure that operation is being done properly
• Assists as necessary in the implementation of a risk management program and preparation of reports
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal blasting regulations and standards.
• Any other duties as necessary.

Skills

Mining Experience

Safety Leadership

Job description

Crucible ETN is a growth-oriented metals manufacturing company focused on producing high-quality zinc products through safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible processes. We are committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and responsible stewardship of our people and resources. Our team-driven culture emphasizes safety, integrity, and collaboration while investing in innovation and employee development. At Crucible ETN, employees play a vital role in supporting reliable operations and delivering value to our customers and communities.

KeyAccountabilities

Assess and sign-off employees according to the training plan

Conduct new hire training classes and Annual Refresher Training as needed

Deliver site specific training at all sites at Crucible ETN

Assist the Training Supervisor in developing and implementing new training policies and procedures

Work with the Training Officers to align underground and simulator training

Assist in achieving the training plan through effectively and efficiently ensuring training of mining personnel in relation to the equipment and knowledge required; modifying and improving the training as required by production needs

Assist with performance management of trainees and production teams by notifying relevant supervisors when coaching of substandard performance occurs

Ensure performance of trainees is reported to supervision in a timely manner to ensure correct development decisions are made

Provides technical safety and health support and information to mining, maintenance and operations

Identify company safety training needs and develop and coordinate safety training programs in conjunction with the Training Supervisor

Continuously improve the skills/knowledge of mining personnel to optimize ore extraction to specification

High-level of responsiveness into assisting miners to quickly resolve operational training or method problems

Provide follow up evaluations on newly signed off operators to ensure that operation is being done properly

Assists as necessary in the implementation of a risk management program and preparation of reports

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal blasting regulations and standards.

Any other duties as necessary.

Qualifications / Requirements

5+ years mining experience in all aspects of underground ore extraction

Knowledge of MSHA and other relevant Government Regulations regarding safety and health management

Current MSHA Mine Rescue Training Certification and MSHA Part 48 Training Certification preferred

Additional Information

• Benefits start on day 1
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, and retirement plan
• Access to Employee Assistance program
• Employee discounts for local attractions
• Annualcompany performance bonus (As earned based on companyannualbonus program. This is not a guaranteedbonus.)