Alan Williams
Beckley,WV
Summary
Safety and production manager with extensive experience at Kanawha Eagle Mining, LLC, specializing in compliance and safety culture enhancement. Achieved significant reductions in incident rates through proactive hazard identification and comprehensive staff training. Expertise in documentation and reporting ensures regulatory adherence and operational excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager - Safety
Kanawha Eagle Mining, LLC
01.2022 - Current
- Lead, manage, and audit safety programs to ensure full compliance with MSHA regulations, state mining laws, and corporate safety standards.
- Direct and support all aspects of safety performance across underground mines, surface operations, and preparation plant facilities.
- Supervise a team of site safety technicians, trainers, and safety professionals across multiple mine sites.
- Develop and implement proactive hazard identification strategies including TEAM Checks, Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) observations, workplace examinations, and Near Miss programs.
- Lead root cause investigations for incidents, injuries, and near misses; ensure timely corrective actions and communication of lessons learned.
- Facilitate the preparation and submission of MSHA Form 7000-1, 7000-2, and other required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
- Oversee respirable dust and silica sampling programs in compliance with Part 70, Part 71, Part 90, and Part 60 regulations.
- Coordinate mandatory and supplemental safety training including new miner, annual refresher, task training, hazard recognition, lockout/tagout, confined space, and emergency response drills.
- Serve as the primary liaison during MSHA and state inspections and investigations, representing the company during citation conferencing and abatement documentation.
- Conduct routine site inspections, audits, and observations to ensure hazard mitigation and regulatory compliance.
- Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and monthly safety reports to drive accountability and data-driven improvements.
- Manage safety equipment inventories, calibration schedules, and inspection logs (SCSR caches, fire extinguishers, gas detectors, etc.).
- Promote a safety-first culture by engaging employees in safety committees, incentive programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide leadership during emergency situations, ensuring proper execution of the Emergency Response Plan (ERP).
Manager - Production
Panther Creek Mining, LLC
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Direct and manage daily underground production activities to meet or exceed tonnage, quality, and efficiency targets.
- Supervise section foreman and mining crews to ensure proper execution of mine plans, including sequencing, ventilation, and material handling.
- Monitor performance metrics such as shuttle car loads per shift, roof bolting footage, downtime hours, and compliance with operating procedures.
- Collaborate with mine engineers and planners on short-term and long-term production schedules and section development.
- Coordinate with maintenance to ensure availability, reliability, and optimal use of underground equipment (CMs, bolters, scoops, etc.).
- Partner with the Safety Department to ensure compliance with MSHA regulations, proper PPE use, and enforcement of safety protocols across all shifts.
- Lead incident investigations related to production delays, equipment failures, or near misses and implement corrective actions.
- Manage crew scheduling, labor resources, and training requirements to ensure coverage and operational readiness.
- Participate in ventilation checks, roof and rib inspections, and daily workplace examinations as needed.
- Assist with budget tracking, cost control, supply ordering, and operational reporting for mine management.
- Serve as a liaison during MSHA inspections and support documentation of compliance efforts and abatement follow-ups.
General Mine Foreman
Mar Fork Coal Company
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Provide oversight and direction for all underground activities, including continuous miner sections, outby support, supply movement, ventilation, and haulage.
- Ensure compliance with MSHA regulations and the mine’s approved ventilation and roof control plans.
- Supervise and coordinate shift foreman, section foreman, maintenance personnel, and support crews across multiple shifts.
- Conduct and document pre-shift and on-shift workplace examinations, addressing hazards promptly.
- Lead daily operational briefings and shift change meetings to communicate priorities, review safety topics, and assign duties.
- Monitor production metrics, equipment utilization, and crew performance to ensure targets are met.
- Coordinate with the Maintenance Department to schedule repairs and minimize equipment-related downtime.
- Enforce all company policies related to safety, attendance, performance, and conduct; initiate corrective actions and coaching as necessary.
- Assist in the investigation and documentation of all incidents, injuries, near misses, and equipment failures.
- Serve as the point of contact for MSHA and state inspectors during underground inspections.
- Maintain accurate records and reports, including ventilation checks, gas readings, equipment status, and production logs.
- Support the development and training of less experienced foremen and crew members.
Shift Foreman
Mar Fork Coal Company
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Provide oversight and direction for all underground activities, including continuous miner sections, outby support, supply movement, ventilation, and haulage.
- Ensure compliance with MSHA regulations and the mine’s approved ventilation and roof control plans.
- Supervise and coordinate section foreman, maintenance personnel, and support crews across multiple shifts.
- Conduct and document pre-shift and on-shift workplace examinations, addressing hazards promptly.
- Lead daily operational briefings and shift change meetings to communicate priorities, review safety topics, and assign duties.
- Monitor production metrics, equipment utilization, and crew performance to ensure targets are met.
- Coordinate with the Maintenance Department to schedule repairs and minimize equipment-related downtime.
- Enforce all company policies related to safety, attendance, performance, and conduct; initiate corrective actions and coaching as necessary.
- Assist in the investigation and documentation of all incidents, injuries, near misses, and equipment failures.
- Serve as the point of contact for MSHA and state inspectors during underground inspections.
- Maintain accurate records and reports, including ventilation checks, gas readings, equipment status, and production logs.
- Support the development and training of less experienced foremen and crew members.
Section Foreman
Mar Fork Coal Company
08.2012 - 01.2018
- Direct daily production and safety activities for the assigned working section (e.g., continuous miner section).
- Conduct and document all required pre-shift, on-shift, and end-of-shift workplace examinations.
- Ensure compliance with applicable MSHA regulations and the mine’s approved plans (roof control, ventilation, methane monitoring, etc.).
- Assign tasks to crew members and monitor performance to ensure safe and productive operation.
- Communicate shift plans, production goals, and safety expectations to the crew at the beginning of each shift.
- Inspect equipment and work areas regularly, ensuring that hazards are identified and promptly corrected.
- Take appropriate action to address at-risk behaviors or unsafe conditions, including reporting, retraining, or removal from the work area.
- Complete and submit accurate shift reports, including production data, incidents, inspections, and equipment needs.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory inspections in the section and support citation abatement efforts as necessary.
- Coordinate with outby personnel, mechanics, electricians, and other sections to support safe material movement, maintenance, and ventilation flow.
- Provide mentoring and task training to new or inexperienced personnel on the section.
Fireboss / Section Foreman
Kanawha Eagle Coal Company
09.2006 - 08.2012
- Serve as the lead contact during regulatory inspections within the section; ensure proper documentation and provide responses to MSHA or state inspectors.
- Coordinate with other section foremen, outby supervisors, and the General Mine Foreman to ensure seamless production flow and hazard management.
- Assist with incident investigations and implement corrective actions related to injuries, near misses, or equipment failures.
- Ensure personnel are accounted for, trained, and operating within established safety protocols at all times.
Equipment Operator
Elk Run Coal Company
08.2005 - 09.2006
Roof Bolter Operations:
- Operate single or dual-head bolting machines to install roof and rib supports in accordance with the approved roof control plan.
- Perform pre-op checks and ensure bolts, mesh, and plates are installed safely and correctly.
- Inspect work areas for hazardous conditions and communicate findings to the foreman.
- Operate shuttle cars to transport coal from the face to the belt feeder system.
- Manage cables properly to prevent tangling or damage (if using cable cars).
- Coordinate haulage with the continuous miner operator and follow safe driving practices underground.
- Operate battery-powered scoops to transport supplies, clean belt lines, and maintain haulageways.
- Deliver tools, timbers, dust, and other materials to working faces and outby locations.
- Clear obstructions and perform routine road and entry maintenance.
- Assist in dismantling, transporting, and reassembling major equipment during section moves or relocations.
- Handle cables, belt structure, power centers, water lines, and brattice during face moves.
- Work closely with electricians and mechanics to complete equipment moves safely and efficiently.
Education
Associate of Arts - Computer Science
Mountain State University
Beckley, WV05-2005
High School Diploma -
Marsh Fork High School
Naoma, WV06-2002
Skills
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Staff training and development
- Staff management
- Task delegation
- Goal setting
- Documentation and reporting
- Strategic planning
- Operations management
- Project management
- Key performance indicators
- Emergency response
- Safety procedures
- Coaching and mentoring
Certification
- Society for Mining, Metallurgical and Exploration - Certified Mine Safety Professional
- Six Sigma - Master Black Belt Certified
- Six Sigma - Red Belt in Safety
- Six Sigma - Black Belt Level I
- Six Sigma - Black Belt Level II
- Six Sigma - Black Belt Level III
- Six Sigma - Green Belt
- Six Sigma - Yellow Belt
- Six Sigma - White Belt
- Management and Strategy Institute - Corporate Leadership Certified
- Management and Strategy Institute - Advanced Leadership Certified
- Management and Strategy Institute - Continuous Improvement Advocate
- Management and Strategy Institute - Corporate Responsibility Advocate
- Management and Strategy Institute - Excellence in Strategic Leadership
- Management and Strategy Institute - Senior Leadership Award
- Management and Strategy Institute - Business Continuity Certified
- National Association of Safety Professionals - Certified Safety Manager
- WV Certified Mine Rescue Team Member
- WV Certified Underground Mine Foreman
- WV Certified Belt Examiner
- WV Certified EMT-M
- WV Certified EMT-M Instructor
- WV Qualified Diesel Instructor
- WV Certified Underground Coal Miner
- WV Certified Shot Firer
- WV Certified Gas Testing Instructor
- MSHA Qualified in Oxygen Deficiency and Methane Detection
- MSHA Qualified in CPDM Sampling
- MSHA Qualified in CPDM Maintenance and Calibration
- MSHA Qualified in CMDPSU (Gravimetric) Sampling
- MSHA Qualified in CMDPSU (Gravimetric) Maintenance and Calibration
- MSHA Approved Unlimited Instructor (Underground and Surface)
- ECSI Advanced First Aid, CPR, AED Instructor
Timeline
Manager - Safety
Kanawha Eagle Mining, LLC
01.2022 - Current
Manager - Production
Panther Creek Mining, LLC
06.2021 - 01.2022
General Mine Foreman
Mar Fork Coal Company
06.2020 - 06.2021
Shift Foreman
Mar Fork Coal Company
01.2018 - 06.2020
Section Foreman
Mar Fork Coal Company
08.2012 - 01.2018
Fireboss / Section Foreman
Kanawha Eagle Coal Company
09.2006 - 08.2012
Equipment Operator
Elk Run Coal Company
08.2005 - 09.2006
Associate of Arts - Computer Science
Mountain State University
High School Diploma -
Marsh Fork High School
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