Underground Continuous Miner Supervisor

Fossil Rock Mine; Orangeville (UT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Canyon Fuel Company, Fossil Rock Mine, in Utah is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead an underground continuous miner section, ensuring safe, efficient coal production on a rotating shift.

The role requires 3+ years in underground coal mining and MSHA Foreman Certification. Responsibilities include directing production, coordinating with maintenance, and mentoring crews to improve performance while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of underground coal mining experience.
• Current Utah Underground Foreman Papers (MSHA Foreman Certification required).
• Demonstrated knowledge of continuous miner mining methods and section operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to supervise and motivate crews in an underground mining environment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Promote and enforce all company safety policies, MSHA regulations, and established operating procedures.
• Conduct workplace examinations and ensure hazards are identified, communicated, and corrected.
• Lead by example and foster a strong safety culture among crew members.
• Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Ensure employees follow safe work practices and maintain compliance standards.
• Direct and coordinate all production activities on the assigned continuous miner section.
• Monitor section performance and make operational adjustments to maximize productivity.
• Ensure proper utilization of personnel, equipment, and supplies.
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
• Monitor mining conditions and make operational decisions to maintain safe and efficient coal production.
• Supervise and support section personnel during assigned shifts.
• Assign work, establish expectations, and monitor performance.
• Coach, mentor, and develop employees to improve performance and skill development.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and effective communication within the crew.
• Ensure adequate staffing and coverage to meet operational needs.
• Communicate production goals, operational conditions, and shift performance to management.
• Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, safety, and operations teams.
• Complete production reports and document operational issues requiring follow-up.
• Provide thorough shift turnover reports to ensure continuity between crews.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, and operating practices.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate corrective actions when needed.
• Maintain awareness of mining conditions, ventilation, and section readiness.
• Ensure all production activities are completed in accordance with mine plans and regulatory requirements.
• The Production Supervisor begins each shift by reviewing production objectives, workplace conditions, and crew assignments.
• Throughout the shift, the supervisor works closely with miners, equipment operators, maintenance personnel, and management to ensure the continuous miner section operates safely and efficiently.
• When operational challenges arise, the supervisor quickly evaluates conditions, allocates resources, and makes sound decisions to support production targets while maintaining safety standards.
• At the end of each shift, the supervisor documents production results, communicates operational concerns, and provides a detailed handoff to the incoming crew.

Skills

Leadership

Strong communication

Decision-making

Crew supervision

Safety leadership

Problem solving

Education

MSHA Foreman Certification

Job description

Canyon Fuel Company, Fossil Rock Mine, in Utah is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead an underground continuous miner section, ensuring safe, efficient coal production on a rotating shift.

The role requires 3+ years in underground coal mining and MSHA Foreman Certification. Responsibilities include directing production, coordinating with maintenance, and mentoring crews to improve performance while upholding safety standards.