Process Plant Superintendent — Lead Safe, Efficient Mining Ops

McEwen Inc.; Eureka (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

HSA / FSA

ShortTerm and LongTerm Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

PTO and paid holidays

Professional development and career成长

Job summary

McEwen Mining seeks a Process Superintendent to lead the process operations team, driving safe, efficient plant performance across crushing, leaching, ADR, and refinery processes. This role partners with operations, maintenance, and technical teams to optimize production, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a strong safety culture.

The position emphasizes staff development, SOP adherence, and continuous improvement in a dynamic mining environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Mineral Processing, or related field.
• 8–10 years in mineral processing or process plant operations preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in supervisory or leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of crushing circuits, heap leach, ADR systems, refinery processes.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and process monitoring systems.
• Safe handling of sodium cyanide.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise process plant personnel to achieve production goals safely and efficiently.
• Monitor plant performance including throughput, recovery, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement daily, weekly, and monthly production plans.
• Coordinate with maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• CapEx budget control and input into departmental budgets.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify safety risks and improvements.
• Support training and development of process plant staff.
• Participate in operational meetings and report on plant performance.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Process optimization

Safety management

Budgeting

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

SCADA

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Mineral Processing, or related field

Tools

SCADA systems

Maintenance planning software

Job description

McEwen Mining seeks a Process Superintendent to lead the process operations team, driving safe, efficient plant performance across crushing, leaching, ADR, and refinery processes. This role partners with operations, maintenance, and technical teams to optimize production, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a strong safety culture.

The position emphasizes staff development, SOP adherence, and continuous improvement in a dynamic mining environment.