Operations Supervisor

Job Summary The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising a crew of workforce in the production department or maintenance department depending on the needs of the mine. As a production supervisor, the candidate will direct a crew of production employees involved in uncovering, removing, processing, and delivering coal to the customer and reclaiming mined land. As a maintenance supervisor, the candidate will supervise a crew of mechanics, welders, and electricians who repair and maintain mine equipment, draglines, and facilities. Key Responsibilities Perform administrative duties associated with supervision, such as recording time worked, evaluating individual performance, counseling, or disciplining unacceptable behavior and assisting individuals with personal or performance problems with the assistance of Human Resources and Area Managers. Coordinate work with other departments and shifts to minimize downtime and maximize productivity in order to meet delivery schedules at the lowest cost per unit. Plan, coordinate, and schedule production and maintenance work using personnel, material, and equipment effectively. Coordinate all safety activities, including training for the crew to comply with company and MSHA safety standards. Monitor work to ensure that environmental standards are met. Monitor equipment component hours and productivity to establish current and future maintenance costs and predict equipment availability and performance. Perform job duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, company safety procedures, company policies, and state and federal environmental regulations. Training and Contractor Administration Train employees on equipment and tools to meet MSHA requirements. Administer outside contractors. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications / Skills & Competencies Required Supervisory or fill‑in supervisory experience is required along with a minimum of five years of surface mining experience. A two‑year college degree may be substituted for up to two years of experience and a four‑year degree substituted for up to three years of experience. Ability to lead and direct the work of crew members in an effective manner. Ability to work shift work. Must have North Dakota Mine Foreman certification or have the ability to obtain it. Preferred Knowledge of surface mining regulatory requirements relating to safety and environmental areas. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Basic computer knowledge preferred. Physical Demands Occasionally (0‑1/3 of workday): Sitting; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling (35 pounds or less); climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, finger repetitive motion (computer terminal), foot/leg movement, speaking, depth perception (driving). Frequently (1/3 ‑ 2/3 of workday): Standing, walking (field research, inspections). Continually (2/3 ‑ 3/3 of workday): Hearing (receiving information, telephone, hazard recognition), seeing (to read resource documents, inspections, driving, hazard recognition). Must work rotating shifts. Ability to work outside in all weather extremes. EEO Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate. You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr Coyote Creek Mining Company, LLC