Mining Supervisor

Resource Erectors; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Resource Erectors is seeking a Mining Engineer in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The role involves implementing mine strategies and ensuring compliance with safety standards and environmental regulations.

The ideal candidate will oversee quarry operations, manage permits, and utilize CAD modeling software. A Bachelor’s degree in Mining or Engineering is preferred. Competitive compensation of $95,000 per year offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining or Engineering preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Practical experience in earth-moving operations preferred.
• Experience with regulatory agencies and permits is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement mine strategies and meet output targets.
• Manage daily quarry operations and compliance with safety standards.
• Supervise hourly staff and manage capital projects.
• Utilize mine modeling software for surveys and volume updates.
• Partner with EHS supervisor for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Proficiency with CAD modeling software

Mining operations experience

Safety management

Government permit management

Stormwater management

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Mining, Engineering, or related discipline

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD modeling software (Vulcan)

Job description

SUMMARY

This position is tasked with implementing mine strategies and meeting output targets while minimizing expenses and upholding strict safety and quality standards. Collaborating with the EHS supervisor, the individual will manage inspection, sampling, and reporting timelines to ensure adherence to local, state, and federal mandates, including SPCC, SWPPP, Air Permit, and WPDES regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute short-term mine engineering and planning based on the Corporate Mine group's five-year strategic objectives.
• Manage the development of quarry faces to ensure alignment with mine plans and full compliance with MSHA safety standards.
• Oversee daily assignments and provide supervision for hourly staff as required.
• Lead comprehensive mine production operations, encompassing:
  • Loading, hauling, and sizing; crushing and stockpiling; ore delivery to the plant; waste and stripping management; infrastructure maintenance and road watering; and tailings disposal and reclamation.
• Champion site safety and housekeeping by actively participating in safety initiatives, managing workplace inspections, and resolving identified hazards.
• Utilize mine modeling software to conduct progress surveys and perform volume updates.
• Keep management informed of operational risks or issues related to equipment, personnel, quality, or material logistics.
• Supervise mine-specific capital projects and coordinate the work of external contractors involved in blasting, hauling, and reclamation.
• Partner with the EHS supervisor to maintain regulatory compliance for emissions, water, and land use, including:
  • Reporting and inspections for WPDES, SPCC, SWPPP, and Air Permits.
• Collaborate with Corporate Environmental on disturbance reporting and the development of reclamation strategies.
• Ensure all environmental permit training is completed and that operational policies and work standards are strictly followed.
• Fulfill additional responsibilities as requested.

REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Mining, Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred.
• A high school diploma or its equivalent is required.
• Practical experience in earth-moving operations or short-range mine planning.
• Proficiency with CAD modeling software, specifically Vulcan, is favored.
• Background in surveying activities.
• Proven ability to manage government permits and engage with regulatory agencies is preferred.
• Preferred experience in stormwater management and site reclamation.
• Capability to utilize required personal protective equipment, including a respirator.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid driver's license.

Compensation

$95,000 per year