Mill Supervisor

Job Summary

The Mill Supervisor is responsible for leading the daily operations of the mill processing plant, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, production efficiency, and continuous improvement. The role coordinates personnel, resources, and processes to meet operational targets and uphold company policies.

Essential Functions

• Lead, direct, and mentor mill operators, ensuring operational & safety standards are consistently met.​
• Enforce compliance with safety regulations, health and environmental policies, and company procedures.​
• Plan, schedule, and manage daily mill activities including personnel assignments, shift coverage, and resource deployment to meet production targets.​
• Monitor the crushing, grinding, solutions (CIL), thickening, and other mill processes for efficiency, quality, and troubleshooting needs.​
• Maintain accurate operational and production records, prepare reports, and communicate results to management.​
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Technical Services to minimize downtime and resolve mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation issues promptly.​
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, operational audits, and skills assessments.​
• Perform equipment inspections, Lock Out/Tag Out procedures, and support regular and emergency maintenance activities.​
• Train and develop staff, providing performance feedback and supporting the development of operating procedures and work instructions.​
• Support capital projects and contribute to the development of production plans and budgets.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

1. High school diploma or GED mandatory; post-secondary education in mineral processing or related field preferred.
2. 5+ years of mill/process operations experience; 1+ years in a supervisory or lead role preferred.
3. Knowledge of crushing, grinding, flotation, solutions (CIL) thickening, tailings, reagents and overall mill circuits.
4. Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and troubleshooting skills.
5. Familiarity with control room operations, DCS/PLC systems, safety, and risk management procedures.
6. Effective computer skills for production reporting and communications.
7. Valid driver’s license and authorized to work in the US.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Has a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wear 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 Leadership Practices

• Creates an environment where nothing is more important than every employee returning home safely and healthy every day.
• Creates an environment in which people are unfailingly treated with respect
• Fosters the talent and potential of all employees by enabling them to grow, develop, and make a difference in the organization.
• Demonstrates that leadership in the areas of environmental performance and community and stakeholder relations is fundamental to the way we plan and manage our business.
• Holds self and others accountable for the decisions, commitments, and behaviors required to deliver outstanding results.
• Uses judgment to manage business complexities, prioritize and balance conflicting demands to make timely decisions that best advance Kinross strategy.
• Builds and brings teams and people together to achieve organizational goals. Models’ humility by going beyond self-interest for the good of the group.
• Understands the economic implications of decisions and consistently uses all resources effectively and efficiently to maximize shareholder value.
• Relentlessly champions, develops and embeds best practices.

Kinross Competencies

• Strategic Effectiveness

Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value.

• External Engagement

Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage.

• Business Focus

Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships.

• Living the Kinross Values

Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles.

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationship

This position reports to the Processing Manager.

Language Requirements

English.

Compensation Data

Salary Range: $100-$115k

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with match
• Paid time off
• Stock purchase option
• Basic life insurance
• Short and long term incentives