Anthony Avina
Bayard,NM
Summary
Diligent operator with a robust background in machinery operation and a proven track record of ensuring seamless production processes. Expertise in maintaining high safety standards while minimizing downtime consistently contributes to operational excellence. Proficient in troubleshooting equipment issues and optimizing workflow efficiency, driving productivity and enhancing overall performance in fast-paced environments. Committed to continuous improvement and delivering results that align with organizational goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Hydromet EW Operator II
Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold
Silver City, NM
09.2025 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery and equipment to ensure efficient production processes.
- Monitored and inspected equipment performance to maintain operational standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve production issues swiftly.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents and enhancing compliance.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety procedures effectively.
- Streamlined workflows by introducing process improvements that enhanced productivity.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on machinery, ensuring optimal functionality.
- Led team meetings to discuss operational challenges and develop strategic solutions.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
Hydromet Operator 2
Sierrita Mines Operations
03.2022 - 09.2025
- Responsible for Managing solutions and maintaining flows through pump stations as needed or instructed. Managing current going through cell lines to maintain copper grade. Strip copper from pregnant leach solutions with organic and transfer copper through electrolyte to harvest copper cathodes. Supervision relief whenever management is not on shift. Running and executing department audits. revising SOP's when needed.
Hydromet EW Operator 2
Chino Mines Operations
07.2019 - 03.2022
- Responsible for harvesting and inspecting cathodes on a daily basis. Forklift operations loading trucked weighting cathode bundles and making inventory of copper harvested. Cut samples on a daily basis. Cell maintenance when necessary. Processing starter sheets to replace the cathodes harvested.
Security Employee
Allied Universal Security Services
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Responsible for checking in and out employees of FMI in and out the facility on a daily basis. Checking gates around the facility. Responding to emergency situations in the mine.
Detention Officer/Fill In Supervisor
Grant County Detention Center
11.2017 - 10.2018
- Responsible for ensuring the safety of staff and inmates of the facility. Responsible for making decisions as well as keeping up with daily duties like rounds, court dates, medical appointments, court paperwork, and report writing.
Kitchen Manager
The Little Toad Creek
01.2014 - 02.2017
- Responsible for making schedules and maintaining a clean and safe environment for my kitchen staff. In charge of maintaining the amount of food and ensuring its freshness and also had to interact with customers.
Housing Directors Assistant
Western New Mexico University
08.2010 - 01.2014
- Responsible for making schedules and memos on Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word. Answering and making phone calls, giving housing tours to new students and parents, and night time security for the female dorm Ritch Hall.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lakeside High School
05-2010
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Troubleshooting
- Equipment operation
- Efficient multitasking
- Effective communication
- Safety compliance
- Forklift operation
- Heavy lifting
- Production work
- Plant safety
- Flexible schedule
- Analytical thinking
- Issue resolution
- Materials handling
- Manufacturing procedures
- Loading and unloading
- Customer service
- Warehouse operations
- Staff management
- Teamwork and communication
Timeline
Hydromet EW Operator II
Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold
09.2025 - Current
Hydromet Operator 2
Sierrita Mines Operations
03.2022 - 09.2025
Hydromet EW Operator 2
Chino Mines Operations
07.2019 - 03.2022
Security Employee
Allied Universal Security Services
10.2018 - 06.2019
Detention Officer/Fill In Supervisor
Grant County Detention Center
11.2017 - 10.2018
Kitchen Manager
The Little Toad Creek
01.2014 - 02.2017
Housing Directors Assistant
Western New Mexico University
08.2010 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Lakeside High School