Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

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Coeur Mining, Inc. is a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing precious metals producer with five wholly owned operations: the Las Chispas silver-gold mine in Sonora, Mexico, the Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Chihuahua, Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip polymetallic critical minerals exploration project in British Columbia.

Coeur Rochester is an open pit, heap leach silver and gold operation. The Rochester mine has the company’s distinct position as Coeur’s largest expansion investment project in its 95-year history. The expansion project initiated commercial production in Q1 2024 and is currently in ramp-up, targeting a tripling of production rates from historical. Additionally, Rochester has the largest silver reserve asset in the United States.

Coeur Rochester has been an integral part of the local community for over 30 years and is committed to supporting its cultural heritage, educational programs, and health and wellness programs.

Coeur Rochester employs approximately 450 engineers, geologists, front-line operators, exploration, and business leaders. Coeur Rochester prioritizes safety, teamwork, career development, and growth. If you want to grow your career in a progressive, team-oriented environment, apply today.

About the Job:

Coeur Rochester is seeking an experienced and safety-driven Process Superintendent to lead the Process Department, which includes the Merrill Crowe processing plant, heap leach operations, refinery, and utility crews. This pivotal leadership position is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production operations while driving continuous improvement and team development across the entire process department.

This is a high-impact role for a strategic leader with a strong technical foundation and proven success managing large teams and complex mineral processing operations.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all operations within the Process Department, including:
  1. Merrill Crowe plant
  2. Heap leach facilities
  3. Refinery operations
  4. Utility and support crews
• Ensure safe and compliant execution of all processing activities in accordance with MSHA regulations, company policies, and best industry practices.
• Drive operational excellence by identifying opportunities for process optimization, recovery improvement, and cost control.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with mine operations, crusher operations, maintenance, engineering, environmental, and safety departments to support production goals and site objectives.
• Provide direct leadership to process supervisors, ensuring clear communication of expectations and accountability for performance.
• Establish and monitor KPIs, production forecasts, and metallurgical targets, and ensure alignment with budget and corporate goals.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives and new project implementation within the process area.
• Review and manage department budgets, forecasts, and cost control measures.
• Champion workforce development by mentoring and training staff, identifying growth opportunities, and maintaining a strong team culture.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelors degree in engineering, mining or metallurgy
• 10+ years of progressive experience in mineral processing, including supervisory or superintendent-level leadership in a mining environment.
• Strong technical background and operational expertise in heap leach, Merrill Crowe, refining, and support operations.
• Demonstrated success in leading multi-disciplinary teams and coordinating across departments in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in metallurgical analysis, production forecasting, budgeting, and performance management.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., MSHA, environmental compliance) in mining.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and data management systems.

Additional Information:

• Relocation available for certain positions
• Full benefits on day 1 (medical, vision, dental, employee assistance program, Teladoc service)
• 6% dollar-for-dollar employer match to 401k or Roth, immediate vesting
• Flexible schedule
• Bus service from Lovelock, Fallon, and Winnemucca
• Travel pay for those outside of bus service

It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the “Company”) to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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