SUMMARY

The Mill Superintendent is responsible for providing leadership and guidance to concentrator operations and the associated support staff, ensuring that production goals are achieved at optimum efficiency and minimum cost while maximizing production rates of ore and recovery of metals, directing the concentrator technical groups to maximize availability and optimize process performance, all consistent with safe operating procedures, applicable laws and sound business practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Other duties may be assigned.

•Directs overall concentrator operations in a manner which meets safety, environmental, efficiency and cost objectives while maximizing production rates of ore and recovery of metals.

•Directs a safety program which establishes in each supervisor, professional and operating employee the expectation of working injury-free - setting the example for others to follow - and provides the skills and ability to do so through adequate training.

•Interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety and environmental regulations; analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems, per the grievance procedure as detailed in the collective bargaining agreement; initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.

•As a key member of the mine management team, collaborates closely with other members of the senior management team in achieving overall company operation goals and objectives, and conferring with management personnel to establish production and quality control standards.

•Maintains courteous, professional relationships with company hourly and staff employees, suppliers, customers, and government agencies.

•Coordinates production activities with procurement, maintenance, and engineering activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment.

•Coordinates activities with outside contractors, suppliers, and vendors to assure that the operation is cost effectively purchasing goods and services.

•Provides overall Concentrator management including direction of the Concentrator technical groups to maximize availability and optimize process performance;

•Develops a participative work environment that actively engages supervision, professionals, and hourly operating personnel within the Concentrator as well as the inclusion of the company personnel from other mine departments as appropriate.

•Performs project work as assigned, including various activities as delegated by the VP & General Manager.

•Provides the proper framework and working environment for positive hourly and salaried employee relations.

•Directs Concentrator supervision in the training and education of hourly operating employees in order to ensure flexible and versatile skill sets that will maximize performance and minimize the impact of crew fluctuations due to vacations and other days off for crew members.

•Continuously oversees the performance of Concentrator supervision and hourly operating employees with respect to established job performance standards.

•Ensures that appropriate controls are utilized to make certain that production, recovery and cost objectives are met; implements operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve performance.

•Prepares and oversees Concentrator operations budgets, reviewing and authorizing expenditures, and ensuring that budgets are maintained within established limits.

•Administers HR policies and the collective bargaining agreement to ensure consistent compliance; investigates problems and grievances in order to achieve effective resolution, referring unresolved problems or grievances to site HR and VP & General Manager for advice and counsel.

•Oversees supervision of tailings pond facilities in a manner which meets overall Concentrator Department objectives.

•Oversees supervision of water treatment plant facilities in a manner which meets overall Environmental Department objectives.

•Follows and understands MSHA rules and regulations, environmental rules and regulations, SOP and work area instructions, participates in safety and environmental activities. Leads by example by adhering to rules and regulations, and ensuring compliance to rules and regulations established by the Concentrator Department.

•Must be able to work and communicate with other members of the work team.

•Must be willing to comply with all company policies and procedures.

•Comply with applicable environmental laws and regulations. Conducts activities and work in an environmentally responsible manner. Is aware of procedures to minimize impacts to the environment.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

•Plant Metallurgist

•Plant Operations Manager

•Assayer

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, applicable laws, and the collective bargaining agreement. Responsibilities include hiring employees, making recommendations for terminating employees, training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

BEHAVIORAL & LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

The following competencies are required:

•Problem solving-identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully

•Interpersonal Skills-maintains confidentiality, remains open to others' ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.

•Oral communication-speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrates group presentation skills and conducts meetings.

•Written Communication-edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and is able to read and interpret written information.

•Planning/organizing-prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.

•Quality control-demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.

•Adaptability-adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

•Dependability-consistently at work, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.

•Safety and security-actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

•Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in metallurgy, chemical engineering, business or other relevant technical discipline - advanced degree preferred.

•Seven (7) or more years related experience in mining, metallurgy or mineral processing industry or similar relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

TRAINING OR SPECIAL SKILLS

•Organizational/planning skills will be necessary to organize, schedule and prioritize work activities to manage time effectively and ensure timely completion of projects, programs, and objectives and that the same satisfy operational objectives.

•Analytical and statistical skills are needed to evaluate opportunities for process improvement or optimization, process or quality trends.

•Computer skills include proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, & MS Project) and at minimum basic skills with AutoCAD. Formal training for AutoCAD or Civil3D software is a plus.

•Interpersonal skills are necessary in order to facilitate teamwork while working with internal and external contacts.

•Self-motivation and initiative is necessary to insure that the work progresses independent of supervision. Being a self-starter is essential.

•Communications skills are necessary to ensure excellence in verbal and written communications, and effectively interact with associates at all levels of the organization as well as external contacts.

•Administrative skills are required to manage paperwork, meet reporting requirements, and oversee various systems.

•Detail-orientation and ability to multi-task.

•Planning skills are needed to ensure the timely completion of programs and objectives.

•Financial skills are necessary to manage operations budget, explain variances, evaluate projects and prioritize allocation of resources.

•Training and team building skills are used to supplement and develop the skills of our workforce.

•Delegation skills are necessary to plan, direct and assign work.

•Knowledge of safety, health and environmental methods, rules, regulations and procedures, and related behavioral competencies.

•Knowledge of metallurgical science, practices, and principles. Knowledge of minerals processing technology.

•Knowledge of developing technology, preferably specific knowledge of the mineral/metals business.

•Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point.