Overview
The Shift Manager contributes to the mine’s safety and productivity by managing the underground mine activities on assigned shift, ensuring the mine operates safely and at maximum efficiency.
Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, any one of the following assigned areas:
- Coordinates, assigns, and monitors the shift’s mining activity to ensure that production requirements are met in the safest, most efficient manner.
- Reviews with the Operations Manager and other members of management the general mining plan for the day and evaluates shift personnel relative to performing the needed work to meet daily objectives.
- Determines manpower need for the shift and directs qualified assignments of replacements to ensure qualified employees from the work force are properly assigned.
- Routine inspections of the mine to observe production practices relative to quality, quantity and safety.
- Reviews and signs the mine examiner’s book on a daily basis.
Other Duties/Responsibilities
- Conduct safety meetings with crew leaders.
- Encourages teamwork among subordinates, develops skill level of employees.
- Ensures compliance with State and Federal mine laws, as well as company policies and procedures.
- Promote labor stability.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Will provide authority of knowledge to members of management and will supervise and motivate employees assigned to his/her designated shift.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties in assigned area in a satisfactory fashion. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for this employment position. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.
Education/Experience
- Bachelor's degree preferred; high school diploma required.
- Demonstrated leadership ability, specifically in an underground mining environment.
- Minimum of five (5) years underground mine supervisory experience required.
Certification/Licensure
- Must have Mine Managers Certification.
- Mine Examiner’s Papers required.
- Must have valid Illinois State Driver’s License.
- Emergency Medical Training is preferred.
- MSHA Electrical certification preferred.
Knowledge of
- Thorough knowledge of all underground mining practices, equipment and procedures.
- Thorough knowledge of all state and federal laws and regulations governing the mining of coal.
- Knowledge and ability to make decisions relative to production, maintenance, law and safety.
Skills, abilities and physical requirements
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to coordinate with all levels of management.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong sense of closure. “complete what you start”.
- Ability to read and understand mine plans.
- Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
- Physical Requirements:
- Stand for 6 to 10 hours on uneven, rocky surfaces.
- Walk for up to 8 hours at a time in uneven and wet conditions through sections of the mine with varying degrees of clearance and headroom.
- Ability to do overhead work.
- Lift up to 70 pounds without mechanical assistance. Work from elevated positions, walk or climb up and down stairways and ladders and climb on and off of equipment and must be able to bend or stoop for a full shift as a result of the mine height.
- Don and wear required safety equipment including SCSR, respirators, hearing and eye protection, and protective clothing.
Work Environment
The characteristics listed herein describe the work environment the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this employment position. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS. While performing the duties of this employment position, the employee:
- Will work in damp, dimly lit and confined work areas and will be subjected to extremes of ambient temperature.
- Will encounter noise levels that will necessitate the wearing of hearing protection.
Compensation and Benefits
At Prairie State, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as one grows and develops within a role. The base pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this role is between $ 132,000 salary exempt per year and $155,000.00 salary exempt per year. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as skills, qualifications, and relevant experience. In addition, this position is eligible to participate in the Company’s monthly incentive program.
Employees are also eligible to receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement savings plan with Company match, life and disability insurance, and tuition reimbursement. Click here to learn more about Prairie State’s benefits.
Prairie State offers all full-time employees paid time off, accruing 160 hours annually with gradual increases based on length of service, as well as nine paid holidays per year. Paid maternal and paternal leave is also available to employees that meet the eligibility requirements.
Note: Prairie State benefits, compensation, and employee incentive programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
