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Education
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Esther Romero

Florence,Arizona

Summary

With over 30 years of production mining experience, bring a high standard of expertise to maintenance and operations. I excel in creating preventative maintenance plans to ensure equipment functions at optimal performance levels. My top priority is running systems at full capacity in a safe, productive, and environmentally friendly manner. As a committed supervisor with a strong production background, I prioritize team safety and meeting challenging performance targets while effectively managing supplies to keep operations running smoothly. Seeking a full-time role that offers professional challenges and allows me to leverage interpersonal skills, time management abilities, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

OPERATOR

Li-Cycle
01.2023 - 05.2025
  • Ran equipment forklifts, Overhead crane and floor scrubber.
  • Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
  • Monitored equipment performance, identifying and troubleshooting issues promptly.
  • Adhered to safety regulations, promoting a safe working environment for all staff.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
  • Supported workplace safety through strict adherence to safety protocols and regular inspections of machinery.
  • Monitored equipment performance, troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime.
  • Conducted regular inspections to maintain compliance with safety standards.
  • Operated production machinery to ensure efficient workflow and product quality.


GENERAL SUPERVISOR PROCESS OPERATIONS

ASARCO LLC
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • As General Supervisor directed and coordinated the safe, efficient operation of the Hayden Concentrator, Crushers, Flotation, Filter Plant, and Tailings Disposal facility.
  • To ensure the cost-effective production and economic recovery of copper from Hayden Slag.
  • Supervise and direct the activities of grinding/flotation supervisors, control room supervisors, and tailings/service supervisors in their daily activities.
  • Oversee daily plant operations to ensure maximum throughput, optimal recovery, and concentrate grade at the lowest operating cost.
  • Assist in maintaining records to ensure effective scheduling of manpower, acts as a liaison with the Lab, purchasing and inventory control of reagents, grinding media, and supplies.
  • Identifies problem areas and provides solutions.
  • Monitors performance of subordinates and provides necessary training and communication of ideas and labor relations techniques.
  • Assist in the budgeting and forecasting for proper cost control and business planning.
  • Communicated with the Metallurgical Process Engineer concerning operating practices that have the potential to increase production and decrease costs.
  • Communicated and coordinated closely with Operations Supervisors and Copper Basin Railroad for optimal slag deliveries and copper concentrate shipments.
  • Coordinated with the planning/maintenance and electrical, process control groups to maintain all activities that affect production, safety, and environmental responsibility.
  • Coordinates with Engineering and Service for tailings impoundment, Powerhouse for water systems and Hayden well field, and Ray Mine and CBRY for ore availability.
  • Ensure that work practices within the crusher, concentrator, filter plant, and tailings area comply with company, local, state, and federal safety, and environmental standards.
  • Interacts with workforce, unions, Human Resources, and management to comply with the Labor Agreement and grievance process.

GENERAL SUPERVISOR PROCESS MAINTENANCE

ASARCO LLC
02.2020 - 04.2022
  • As General Supervisor responsibilities for supervising and coordinating activities of various Maintenance employees in the concentrator and crushing departments. This involving executing detailed job plans, ensuring compliance with OEM specifications, identifying best practices, and adhering to safety and environmental policies.
  • Developed improved performance and productivity plans for the department.
  • As General supervisor used a variety of software to complete daily activities such as SAP and MS Office products.
  • As General supervisor attended daily planning meetings in area of responsibility.
  • Monitored performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
  • Conducted regular audits of equipment and processes to ensure adherence to industry regulations and company policies.
  • Coordinated workforce activities to enhance productivity and streamline processes across multiple departments.

MTE ST & LT PLANNING

CAPSTONE PINTO VALLEY MINE
05.2016 - 02.2020
  • Verified that all employees are complying with Pinto Valley Mine and MSHA safety guidelines.
  • Ensured adherence to Pinto Valley Mine's standard procedures by all staff and contractors.
  • Ensured that all employees and contractors are certified to execute the tasks/jobs they are assigned.
  • Conducted Planning and Scheduling activities safely and in accordance with SAP Work Management processes, and adhered to relevant regulations, laws, standards and operating procedures.
  • Collaborated with Mill Maintenance Superintendent, Supervisors, and field crews to ensure consistent application of material risk controls.
  • Performed tasks in accordance with equipment strategies formulated by the Reliability Engineers, as well as corrective actions authorized by the Maintenance Supervisors.
  • Prepared long-term plans and short-term schedules that allowed for the appropriate utilization and management of equipment and resources.
  • Worked with other planners to deliver against performance targets and to achieve sustainable and consistent performance
  • Prepared for, participate in and/or lead Down Day Planning Meetings for Grinding/Flotation area.
  • Followed-up and reported on Down Day execution and progress with Superintendent and Supervisors for grinding/flotation areas (as per Down Day Schedule).
  • Identify, order and/or schedule resources required for planned tasks, including parts, equipment, materials, tools, procedures, documents and external resources, etc.
  • Coordinated material and component deliveries and arrange for any special tools, equipment, drawings, and other needs prior to scheduled jobs commencing.
  • Prioritized work orders in SAP Maintenance Management System.
  • Prepared weekly, monthly, quarterly, etc. work orders in SAP Maintenance Management System.
  • Identified estimated man-hours required for work orders.
  • Identified available man-hours for planned work activities.
  • Ensured work orders are closed properly in SAP.
  • Produce cost estimates as required and Conduct job site review where necessary.
  • Confirmed personnel and equipment resources i.e. 4 - week look-a-head of Reconfirmed & Input Backlog W.O.’s planned and released.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

OPERATIONS LABOR SUPERVISOR

CAPSTONE PINTO VALLEY MINE
06.2014 - 05.2016
  • Ensured safe leadership and responsibility by conducting daily safety meetings, monitoring employee work performance, and taking corrective action when necessary.
  • Maintain consistency with company policies and procedures.
  • Provide training throughout the crushers, grinding, flotation, filter plant, and tailings where clean-up was needed.
  • Responsible for the equipment which included clean up machines, Vacuum Truck, loaders and mini excavator.
  • Supervised daily labor operations to ensure adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
  • Coordinated workforce schedules, optimizing resource allocation for maximum efficiency.
  • Trained and mentored staff on equipment usage and safety practices, enhancing team performance.
  • Monitored compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring safe work environments for all personnel.
  • Managed labor crews for optimal productivity and timely completion of projects.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, offering constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.

Education

High School -

HAYDEN HIGH SCHOOL
Winkelman, AZ

Some College -

CAC CENTRAL ARIZONA COLLEGE

Skills

  • Experienced with SAP software
  • Experience with SAP planning tools
  • Strategic asset management
  • Proficient in Microsoft applications
  • Effective organizational skills
  • Optimized production workflows
  • Goal-oriented planner
  • Self-directed initiative
  • Efficient at acquiring new skills
  • Reliable team member
  • Developing standard job descriptions
  • Effective team leadership
  • Knowledge of team dynamics
  • Proficient in managing plant production processes
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Collaborative teamwork

Career Building Experiences

BROKEN HILL PROPRIETARY-CAPSTONE (PINTO VALLEY MINE)

MILL CONTROL TECHNICIAN/OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

Provided consistency in Mill Control room, adhered to all safety and production policies and assisted Operations Supervisor. Acted as  Supervisor when required. Collaborated to achieve our production goals. There were 6 Mills that ran through the control room. Effective day to day execution and operation of large  processing plant equipment, identified reliability issues, and managed   reporting. Was responsible for understanding the entire processing  production circuit  Additionally, I mentored less experienced production technicians, teaching processing production best practices.

ASARCO LLC

CONCENTRATOR MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR-PLANNER

Conducted maintenance planning and analysis following  Safety Production Policies.  Assisted in the long development of long-range maintenance management schedules and budgets. Develop short range maintenance schedules. Experienced in planning, developing, and  implemented department projects. Ensured that all department work being  performed is planned in a safe manner and that all work meets or exceeds MSHA/OSHA standards. Conduct weekly Operations/Maintenance meeting. Order   necessary parts and materials to complete work. Prepare forecasts for future maintenance activities on weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis. Ensure the accuracy in Ellipse 6.3.2 database. This included equipment and historical work. Work order discipline and accurate cost accounting. In this time span Supervised Mill Maintenance for some time. Executed planned work in a timely manner. Conducted Daily Safety meetings, monitored maintenance mechanics work performance and took corrective action if necessary.

ASARCO LLC

OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

Supervised team of Five Skilled Operators to run Concentrator   Circuits. Supervised team of Six Skilled Operators at SX-EW Tank-house.   Directed and coordinated the production process safely by adhering to all   company safety and production policies.

ASARCO LLC

OPERATOR A

Initiated production operations and acquired skills to  operate all concentrator circuits, including grinding, flotation, regrind,   filter plant, and tailings.  Ran equipment front end loaders, clean up machines, and forklifts. Cross trained at load out tunnel loading ore in car trains and as a Crusher Helper. Worked with Mill Maintenance during Shutdowns. Day-pay Supervisor in Mill Control   Room

EDDIE TIRE

TIRE SPECIALIST

Mounting and dismounting automotive, RV, Semi Truck, and Heavy Equipment tires Installed new wheels, Attaching and re-balancing wheels, Repairing, rotating, and inflating tires, Performing  oil changes or any type of flushes and maintenance, Testing batteries.

NAPA AUTO PARTS

PARTS SPECIALIST

Provide auto parts answers and solutions for our retail and wholesale customers in person at the counter/over the phone. Test Starters, Alternators, Batteries. Ran Brake rotor lathe, mix professional automotive paint.



Timeline

OPERATOR

Li-Cycle
01.2023 - 05.2025

GENERAL SUPERVISOR PROCESS OPERATIONS

ASARCO LLC
04.2022 - 10.2022

GENERAL SUPERVISOR PROCESS MAINTENANCE

ASARCO LLC
02.2020 - 04.2022

MTE ST & LT PLANNING

CAPSTONE PINTO VALLEY MINE
05.2016 - 02.2020

OPERATIONS LABOR SUPERVISOR

CAPSTONE PINTO VALLEY MINE
06.2014 - 05.2016

High School -

HAYDEN HIGH SCHOOL

Some College -

CAC CENTRAL ARIZONA COLLEGE
Esther Romero