Operations Supervisor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 5-10 years of mining operations experience
• Experience operating or supervising heavy mining equipment such as: Haul trucks, Excavators, Bulldozers, Drills, Loaders, Graders
• Knowledge of surface mining methods and production processes.
• Experience with safety management systems and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of MSHA standards
• Knowledge of Surface mining operations
• Knowledge of Equipment safety procedures
• Knowledge of Production Planning

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or bachelors degree in Geology, Mine Technology, Mining Engineering or related field preferred.
• Prior supervisory or lead-hand experience in surface mining preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily surface mining operations, including drilling, blasting, hauling, loading, stockpiling, and waste removal.
• Coordinate workforce assignments and equipment utilization to meet production goals.
• Monitor shift performance, productivity metrics, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to mine plans, schedules, and operating procedures.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings and communicate production priorities.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture and safe work practices.
• Ensure compliance with MSHA regulations, Company safety policies, Environmental standards, Operating permits and procedures.
• Conduct workplace inspections, hazard assessments, and incident investigations.
• Lead emergency response efforts when required.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate operators, laborers, and shift personnel.
• Support employee development and training initiatives.
• Manage attendance, discipline, and performance issues.
• Foster teamwork and effective communication across departments.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to minimize equipment downtime.
• Monitor equipment condition and report operational issues.
• Optimize equipment availability and productivity.
• Maintain accurate production, safety, and shift reports.
• Track KPIs such as Production tonnage, Equipment utilization, Downtime, Safety incidents.
• Participate in budgeting and cost-control efforts.
• Assist with operational planning and continuous improvement initiatives.