SX/EW Operations Supervisor

Asarco Llc; Kearny (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ASARCO LLC is seeking a supervisor to oversee an assigned work group in mining operations in the United States. The role focuses on safe, efficient operation, staff supervision, and adherence to production plans and environmental and safety standards.

The position requires supervising staff, training in safety procedures, and coordinating duties across rotating shifts. Strong communication in English and experience in mining or industrial environments are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 5 years of related operational experience, or Bachelor's degree with internship.
• Experience supervising or leading crews; ability to resolve day-to-day questions about equipment, materials, methods.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and holidays (24/7/365).
• English fluency at CEFR B2 or higher.
• SXEW (Hydromet) experience preferred (1 year).

Responsibilities

• Assign, supervise, and review the work of staff.
• Implement production plans according to the approved schedule.
• Train staff in safety procedures.
• Participate in daily operational duties.
• Inspect and evaluate work in progress; guide remedial action.
• Prepare staffing, material, and equipment estimates.
• Purchase needed equipment and materials.
• Conduct performance evaluations.
• Maintain inventory of parts and materials.
• Perform daily reporting.
• Prepare samples and lab management reports for optimization.
• Enforce safe practices and environmental awareness.
• Ensure notifications on faulty equipment.
• Support and enforce the Environmental, Health and Safety program.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Safety procedures

Communication skills

Hazard awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in mining or related field

Job description

Under general supervision, supervise, coordinate, and control the safe and efficient operation of assigned work group.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Key responsibilities would include:

• Assigning, supervising, and reviewing the work of assigned staff
• Implement production plans according to the approved schedule
• Trains assigned staff in safety procedures
• Possibly participate in a full range of daily operational duties, performing the most difficult
• Inspects and evaluates work in progress, identifies potential issues and directs remedial action
• Prepare estimates of staffing, materials, and equipment requirements for projected work activities
• Purchase needed equipment and materials for projected work activities
• Conduct performance evaluations on subordinate staff
• Maintains an inventory of needed parts and materials
• Perform daily reporting activities.
• Prepare samples and reports to the lab and management to ensure proper plant optimization.
• Enforce safe practices, ensure safe conditions, and promote a safe attitude among crew members.
• Comply with environmental requirements and promote environmental awareness among crew members.
• Ensure notifications are written on faulty or unsafe equipment.
• Responsible for executing, supporting, and enforcing the Company's Environmental, Health and Safety program as required by OIS policy, directives, and principles.
• Perform other duties as required

REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• High School diploma or GED and five (5) years of related operational experience, including supervisory or lead experience; OR Bachelor’s degree in a technical mining related discipline with at least one (1) summer internship experience or equivalent experience working in a mining or industrial environment
• Additional certifications or licensure appropriate to the job may be required
• Skilled in resolving day-to-day questions/problems regarding equipment, materials, methods, and procedures needed to complete assigned work
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
• Skilled in following safe practices and recognizing hazards
• Must be able to work rotating shifts and holidays (24/7/365 operation).
• Prior SXEW (Hydromet) experience of one year desirable.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• English language fluency at least CEFR B2 - Upper Intermediate: Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in their field of specialization.

ASARCO LLC provides equal opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, familial status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by local, state, or federal law(s).

Candidates must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and pre-employment physical including a drug screen.