Mining Foreman: Lead Safe, Efficient Production

Rango Inc.; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Rango Inc. in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Foreman to lead the safe, efficient operation of a mining site. This hands-on leadership role expects you to take ownership, plan ahead, develop people, and drive production while upholding safety standards.

The Foreman will supervise field staff, coordinate with Maintenance and site leadership, monitor equipment and metrics, and mentor or promote internal talent to become future leaders. Strong MSHA knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mining, heavy equipment, aggregate, heavy civil, or related experience preferred.
• Previous Lead, Supervisor, or Foreman experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of MSHA and mine-site safety requirements.
• Working knowledge of heavy equipment operation, inspections, and basic mechanical principles.
• Ability to understand and use production and equipment performance metrics.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and hold employees accountable.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and willing to take initiative.
• Comfortable working around heavy equipment and in an active mine environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily mine site operations and supervise field employees.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and MSHA-ready workplace.
• Conduct required workplace examinations and ensure safety standards are consistently followed.
• Ensure proper equipment inspections, defect reporting, housekeeping, and equipment care.
• Monitor equipment availability, utilization, downtime, staffing, and production.
• Identify operational problems and develop solutions before they impact production.
• Monitor cycle times, haul distances, loading and hauling performance, and other key operational metrics.
• Plan staffing, equipment, maintenance, and operational needs to support production goals.
• Ensure employees are properly trained, coached, and developed.
• Communicate effectively with customers, Maintenance, Heavy Haul, and Rango leadership.
• Maintain accurate production, safety, payroll, and operational reporting.
• Understand contract requirements, scope of work, material codes, and T&M activities.
• Maintain compliance with Rango policies, MSHA requirements, and site-specific rules.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce unnecessary costs, and improve site performance.

Skills

MSHA knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Coaching/mentoring

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Job description

Rango Inc. in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Foreman to lead the safe, efficient operation of a mining site. This hands-on leadership role expects you to take ownership, plan ahead, develop people, and drive production while upholding safety standards.

The Foreman will supervise field staff, coordinate with Maintenance and site leadership, monitor equipment and metrics, and mentor or promote internal talent to become future leaders. Strong MSHA knowledge is essential.