Mill Operations Supervisor

Located approximately 26 miles from the City of Fairbanks, Fort Knox is a centre of excellence for the Company as one of the few cold weather heap leach facilities in the world. Fort Knox celebrated its 25-year anniversary in 2021, and has produced over 8.5 million ounces since it began operation. In 2020, Kinross acquired Manh Choh – a project expected to commence production in 2024 and process ore at Fort Knox.

Fort Knox prioritizes being a strong contributor to the State and local communities, and since 2001, has helped support more than 300 community partners and has contributed more than US$25 million to the Alaska Mental Health Trust.

Job Summary

Supervise and instruct a Mill Operations crew to perform in a cost effective, safe, productive manner while protecting the environment and enhancing morale of others.

Essential Functions

• Oversee operations at the mill, crusher, and related support systems.
• Work with operators in all facets of process training, understanding, safety, and general work practices.
• Prepare and conduct performance evaluations, recommend promotions, and carry out disciplinary actions as needed.
• Investigate, analyze, and supervise the documentation of accidents, injuries, and equipment damage.
• Monitor and maintain all production and personnel records (i.e. daily production and inventory logs, timecards, evaluations, etc.).
• Generate work orders for repair or modification of operation equipment. In emergencies, off shifts, or as directed, perform or supervise completion of minor repairs.
• Communicate with other department supervisors that support mill activities (i.e. the Maintenance, Warehousing, or Mine Supervisor).
• Monitor work areas on an ongoing basis to assure a safe and cost-efficient operation.
• Develop personnel by training and example.
• Ability to react quickly and efficiently in emergency shutdowns and power failures.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Consistent exercise of discretion and judgment in job performance.
• Responsible for conducting performance evaluations, recommending promotions, and carrying out corrective actions as needed.
• Investigate, analyze, and supervise the documentation of accidents, injuries and equipment damage, and recommend prevention strategies as necessary.
• Punctuality and regular attendance is required.
• Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to, safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the state.
• Work safely in all areas, identify potential safety hazards, and work with management to correct hazards.
• Work without significant risk of harm to self and others.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.  Employee must have sufficient education to read and write instructions, perform simple mathematical calculations, and keep records.
• Two years’ previous mill operations crew experience required.
• General knowledge of mining and the integration of the mining, milling, and maintenance functions.
• Must be production orientated.
• Good working knowledge and skills with a P.C. utilizing word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently, with others in a team environment, and also as a member of the management team.
• Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets.
• May work holidays, shift work, and weekends as required.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).