Operations Supervisor I

POSITION OVERVIEW

Supervisor I is responsible for performing multiple essential functions, including control room operations, supervise and control the safe and cost-efficient operation of the Hayden Concentrator, Crushers, Flotation, Filter Plant, and Tailings Disposal facilities. To ensure the cost-effective production and economic recovery of copper from Hayden Slag.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Receives turnover from previous shift.
• Coordinates and attends safety meetings.
• Monitors and adjusts unit controls to ensure safe and efficient operating conditions.
• Responds to equipment alerts and communicates with operator to inspect the equipment.
• Documents and responds to work order requests.
• Coordinates activities and sets priorities with operators.
• Direct the activities of assigned crew and monitor their progress
• Meet production targets through efforts of the crew following process parameters and strategies
• Ensure the crew follows the cost-control strategies
• Enforce safe practices, ensure safe conditions, and promote a safe attitude among crew members
• Comply with environmental requirements and promote environmental awareness among crew members
• Keep time worked and enter on-line system
• Inspects machines and equipment for hazards, operating efficiency, and mechanical malfunctions.
• Administer the provision of the Collective Bargaining Agreement

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must be proficient with MS Windows, MS Word, MS Excel MS Project, and MS Outlook.
• Knowledge and experience with crushing, grinding, classifier, flotation, filter plant dewatering, tailing thickening and distribution, unit operations.
• Strong interpersonal skills in developing consensus building.
• Applicant must have good communications skills (oral and written).
• Requires the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of SAP and Kronos software is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts and holidays (24/7/365 operation)

ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH & SAFETY

• The job requires training or instruction in Environmental Awareness.
• This job requires training or instruction in Safety & Health awareness including completion of the appropriate OSHA/MSHA training.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some college or technical school education preferred
• Must have prior process/supervisory experience of (3) three years in a copper processing facility.
• Prior concentrator experience desirable

The Hayden Concentrator is located 81 miles southeast of Phoenix and 55 miles northeast of Tucson.  We have a robust carpool / vanpool program and encourage employees to participate.  Employees save more than 50% of their commuting costs while reading, sleeping, or just enjoying the view.

A core value of ASARCO LLC is “Safety First.” The Company is committed to help employees continuously improve their efforts to work in the most safe, inclusive, socially, and environmentally responsible manner practicable. Employee safety and health, both on and off the job, are critically important to the Company. Therefore, ASARCO LLC requires employees to have and effectively demonstrate good working knowledge of modern safety systems. Each employee will take prime responsibility for ensuring that s/he works within all required safety procedures and processes.

ASARCO LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and pre-employment physical including a drug screen (hair analysis).

ASARCO LLC offers an excellent low-cost benefits package for medical/prescription/ dental/vision, disability coverage, life insurance and other optional coverage, and 401(k) plan with company match.