Processing Manager

Job Summary

Under the direction of the General Manager, the incumbent will oversee the processing department at the Kettle River operations. The Processing Manager provides strategic and technical direction, fosters a culture of continuous improvement, and leads cross-functional teams to optimize performance and recovery.

Essential Functions

• Provide leadership and direction for the mill, metallurgical, and tailings operations to achieve production targets and quality standards.
• Provide for safe working conditions. Ensures training at all levels is being conducted.
• Develop and implement operational plans, budgets, and performance metrics in alignment with the overall site strategy.
• Oversee production, process optimization, troubleshooting activities, and responsible for applying industry standards for metallurgical accounting.
• Direct the activities of the assay lab through the Assay Supervisor and Chief Metallurgist to accomplish the goal of timely and accurate completion of assays and other required testing within budgeted costs.
• Manage tailings facilities and systems in compliance with best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in processing performance, recovery rates, reagent usage, and water/energy efficiency.
• Champion a culture of safety, sustainability, and operational excellence.Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations and corporate policies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and regulatory bodies as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• A bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering preferred. Related fields or experience accepted.
• 15+ years of specific process/milling experience.
• 10 years of experience in a supervisory role with proven team building skills.
• Strong knowledge and experience of all phases of gold processing.
• Proficiency in use of computer systems including, but not limited to, JDE and Microsoft Office programs.
• Possesses strong leadership capabilities and the ability to foster a collaborative and cohesive team environment.
• Exhibits a high level of integrity and ethical behavior in all professional interactions.
• Ability to recognize and resolve conflicts.
• Superior communication and reporting skills
• Enthusiastic, self-driven and dynamic, proactive attitude.
• Requires valid driver’s license.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Has 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.
• Complies with all regulatory and Company requirements.

Kinross Leadership Practices

• Creates an environment where nothing is more important than every employee returning home safe 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.

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 Relationships

Reports to General Manager

Language Requirements

English

Compensation Data

 Salary Range: $170,000 - $185,000

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