Process Manager Mining

Job Title: Process Manager

Job Summary

The Process Manager is responsible for ensuring efficient ore processing and leading site operations to achieve production and cost-performance targets. This role provides both leadership and technical guidance to the processing team ensuring safe operations hands-on problem solving and continuous improvement aligned with production plans and organizational standards. Key responsibilities include developing team capability in alignment with company values as well as overseeing budgeting production forecasting planning staffing cost control and overall operational profitability.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as the site subject matter expert in mineral processing and operational best practices.
• Maintain a strong field presence to ensure consistent application of operating systems procedures controls and risk-management practices.
• Lead and manage processing operations to maximize production efficiency safety performance and cost effectiveness.
• Develop and deliver daily weekly and monthly performance reports aligned with operational goals and budget expectations.
• Identify and recommend short- and long-term improvement initiatives to enhance processing efficiency and reduce operating costs.
• Drive continuous improvement by optimizing processes systems and equipment performance.
• Coordinate short- and long-term maintenance planning with production requirements including scheduled downtime activities.
• Utilize SAP and Microsoft Office tools to support operational reporting analysis and data-driven decision-making.
• Perform additional duties as required to support site operations and overall business objectives.

Knowledge Skills & Experience

Education / Certifications

• Bachelors degree in Mineral Processing Metallurgy Chemical Engineering or a related engineering discipline strongly preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and demonstrated relevant experience may be considered.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the mining or precious metals processing industry.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in heap-leach gold processing including oversight of:
• Leach pads
• Carbon-in-Column (CIC) circuits
• ADR (Adsorption Desorption Recovery) plant
• Metallurgical and assay laboratories
• Refinery operations and gold recoveries
• Proven experience in production forecasting and process modeling.
• Demonstrated success in process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong financial and budget-management capabilities including cost control and production optimization.
• Proven ability to lead safe operations within a heap-leach processing facility.

Skills / Knowledge

• Intermediate computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Experience with SAP.
• Valid U.S. drivers license.
• Ability to speak read write and comprehend English.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly present technical and operational information.
• High level of accountability integrity and commitment to operational excellence.
• In-depth knowledge of mining safety health and environmental regulations with a strong commitment to maintaining a robust safety culture.
• Familiarity with crushing and agglomeration preferred but not required.

The annual pay range for this position starts at $155000.00$206000.00 based on experience.

Key Benefits Provided:

• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock potential for growth and progression with a top mining company
• Competitive Compensation: Attractive pay coupled with bonus incentives
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Benefit from a company-matched program designed to support your long-term financial security
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Access extensive medical dental and vision plans for your health and well-being
• Paid Time Off: Maintain a healthy work-life balance

We thank all candidates for their applications however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

EOE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

Required Experience:

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