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We respect people, encourage courageous innovation, and uphold integrity in everything we do. If these principles resonate with you, you may find your next great opportunity with us.\nWe believe our people make the difference. That’s why we invest in talent by offering meaningful opportunities to grow your skills, expand your knowledge, and pursue your interests. Our work environment prioritizes safety, fosters collaboration across teams, and embraces inclusion. Here, you’ll be challenged to grow, and you’ll be supported throughout your career journey. Join us and help shape the future of Lhoist North America.\nPOSITION SUMMARY: The responsibilities to include surveying and mapping, engagement in capital projects, ground control, ventilation, basic mine construction, and assistance with quality assurance if needed. The responsibilities also include collecting and analyzing geologic data; such as collecting QC samples, geologic modeling, trending and predicting. The position will work closely with the mine supervisor and mine manager in technical support of the operation. The position will also be responsible for ground support monitoring (bore scoping, roof inspection, probe drilling, profiling, etc.) and notifying the mining team of issues or observed trends. The position will support routine QC and geologic data collection and record keeping and work with the quality department to ensure acceptable kiln feed. The position will support the Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager in collecting, analyzing, and preparing data and permitting as well developing safety programs for Lhoist as well as contractors if needed. Fully participate in Crab Orchard’s Mine Rescue Team. This position will function as the “step-up” leader when needed to direct the mining employees or contractors as needed.\nRESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:\nCollection of quality control samples from the various mining benches for underground mine\nReview and evaluation of the quality data to verify horizon control and maintain appropriate databases.\nAnalyze and understand quality and thickness trends for impacts to future horizon control\nCollection of underground face samples and RKI data\nWork with quality department to ensure acceptable kiln feed through sampling/analysis/troubleshooting\nComplete, record and maintain schedule of Mine Face Profiling\nWork closely with mine manager to assure compliance with quality/horizon control, development of mine plans, and adherence to mine plan. Development and maintenance of short and long term mine plans\nCoordinate and communicate with corporate geologist and regional mine engineer to assure compliance with long term reserve life and mine plans\nCommunicate with Mining Team (corporate Geologist and Mine Planner) to ensure that the mine plan is consistent with operating requirements and is in concert with the long term mine plan for the reserve.\nThis includes preparation and participation in the Mine R&R review.\nClose work with geologist to ensure we have adequate definition of the ore body, and that the mine plan is adapted to the geology.\nAssure that the mine plan is consistent with the highest standards for health and safety of the mining crews.\nAssist mine management and operations personnel in adapting the plan to day-to-day activities.\nMine Supply Inventory Support\nSupport procurement process by tracking critical consumable items\nProcurement of supplies\nEvaluation and payment of invoices\nActively participate as a member of the Mine Rescue Team at the location. Mine Surveys\nSurvey and track quality control data to define ore zone contact limits in pit to improve ore recovery in all pits.\nDesign, survey and record blast pattern layouts. Keep bench by bench AutoCad records of blast patterns for future reference and adjacent pattern layout.\nComplete weekly mine surveys or workings and install alignment pins for production crew as needed. \nUpdate and distribute mine maps on weekly basis\nPlanning\nComplete short-term mining plans to keep operations on budget targets and within the long-term plan. \nDevelop weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual mine and waste storage plans.\nStep Up Management\nPrepare to be the step-up supervisor/manager when needed (back shifts, vacations, etc.) and provide direction to the hourly employees in alignment with the mine manager’s directive if needed.\nRoof Control\nRecord results of all Bore Scoping and Roof Monitors.\n Responsible for Bore Scoping.\n Installing and recording roof monitors.\n Roof Bolt Torque Testing.\n Maintenance of Mine Roadway and Escape way Markings.\nCreate, schedule, and conduct monthly Ground Support meetings.\nReporting\nRecord results of all Bore Scoping and Roof Monitors.\nMaintain records of areas Bore Scoped, Profiled and Roof Monitored.\nMaintain Mine Production Database records.\nVentilation\nPerform monthly ventilation survey and report out.\nUpdate and distribute ventilation maps as required.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nATTRIBUTES:\nExperience with or high aptitude for learning CAD based computer software.\nFamiliarity with or high aptitude for learning Total Station survey equipment.\nMust have a telephone and be receptive to call out.\nTechnical competence in the field is a plus.\nGood analytical and problem-solving skills.\nSolid written and oral communications skills, presentation skills and work effectively in a team environment.\nPhysically and emotionally able to work in a mine environment (Above ground and/or Underground)\nAble to respond to work demands at irregular hours. Must be capable of working any shift, on-call, overtime, or seven days a week, if needed.\nMust be willing to be hands-on and not afraid to perform other work assigned to help the team be successful.\nAbility to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects and meeting all required deadlines.\nStrong sense of urgency in meeting customer needs. \nMust have the ability to work independently to meet all required deadlines.\nMust have good computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:\nMust be physically able to perform work assigned.\nMust be physically capable of accessing all plant locations.\nTolerate working outside in severe weather conditions as well as exposure to industrial high temperature, noise and dust.\nAccess all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.\nWill be working in both an office environment and in a mining process environment.\nThe employee will be exposed to the following working conditions: Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Walking on Uneven Surfaces, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Metallic Particles.\nThe employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting.\nAble to lift up to 50 pounds. \nAbility to travel up to 15% as needed to other locations.\nREQUIRED EDUCATION:\nBachelor of Science degree in geology, mining, or related engineering / technical degree and/or equivalent proven work experience in the field\nPREFFERED EDUCATION:\nBS / MS in Mining Engineering or Geology\nREQUIRED EXPERIENCE:\nMust have at least 1-3 years of progressive technical responsibility in underground mining environment. Previous proven Internship experience is highly desired.\nPREFFERED EXPERIENCE:\n3-5 years of previous underground and/or above ground mining and blasting experience.\nLhoist North America is proud to offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your well-being and future.\nOur benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with paid vacation and sick time. We also offer an attractive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous Employer Match as well as a Supplemental Contribution based on your Years of Service to help you plan confidently for the future. We recognize that growth doesn’t stop at the workplace. That’s why we provide educational assistance to encourage continued learning and professional development, empowering our employees to reach their full potential.\nAt Lhoist North America, your success is our investment.\nLhoist North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.\nWe are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, respect, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment strengthens our teams and drives innovation. That’s why we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and strive to ensure every employee feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.\nAt Lhoist North America, inclusion isn’t just a policy, it’s a core part of who we are.\nIf you need assistance completing the application process, please contact . 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