Mike Kinney
North Ogden,UT
Summary
Enthusiastic Senior Operations Manager offering 24-year background overseeing production of goods and provision of services in mining and minerals processing industry. Polished in chalking out operational systems and processes, examining financial data, analytical problem solving, team building, leading, motivating, and conducting quality control checks. Cost-conscious and communicative professional familiar with business principles and operational management and budget development practices.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Operations Manager
Compass Minerals (Salt, Potash, Magnesium Chloride Mining)
Ogden, UT
07.2017 - 01.2024
- Manage operations of 3.6 M ton per year solar evaporation complex, 1.5M ton per year salt plant, 350K ton per year crystallizer process, and 334K ton per year compaction process
- Built strong relationships with key stakeholders through consistent engagement, collaboration, and transparent communication practices.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless execution of large-scale initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Oversaw workforce management planning, volume predictions and capacity planning.
- Oversaw staff and sub-contractor performance review assessments.
- Increased team productivity, providing ongoing training, coaching, and performance feedback to staff members.
- Boosted employee retention rates through development of positive work culture, fostering teamwork, open communication, and professional growth opportunities.
- Implemented data-driven decision making to inform business strategies and drive operational excellence.
- Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
- Effectively managed departmental budgets, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and resource optimization.
- Ensured regulatory compliance across all aspects of operations by staying current on industry standards while implementing necessary policies or procedures accordingly.
Mining & Process Manager
Compass Minerals (Underground Salt Mine)
Cote Blanche, LA
02.2016 - 07.2017
- Champion highest standards of safety and environmental behavior and performance
- Manage and control mining activity of 4M ton per year salt mine to safely deliver tons and grades in accordance with annual plan
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives that led to enhanced operational excellence within the organization.
- Reduced production costs through optimization of resources and elimination of waste.
- Empowered team members to take ownership of their roles by providing clear expectations, guidance, and support in achieving personal performance objectives.
- Managed change among staff to achieve buy-in and cooperation and overcome resistance.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Operational Excellence Manager
Compass Minerals (Underground Salt Mine)
Cote Blanche, LA
06.2015 - 02.2016
- Develop continuous improvement mindset within senior leadership team
- Create and protect value through implementation of continuous improvement methods
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives for ongoing process optimization and better performance metrics.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Conducted root cause analyses to identify areas for improvement in operations, leading to 12% reduction in unplanned downtime.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to assess operational effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Increased production of fine milled consumer and industrial salt by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Collaborated with stakeholders across different departments to align objectives, streamline efforts, and enhance overall organizational effectiveness.
Principal Advisor Lean
Rio Tinto Kennecott Utah Copper
South Jordan, UT
05.2014 - 06.2015
- Lead and manage continuous improvement process across all nodes of value stream.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to organizational structure.
- Streamlined decision-making processes by implementing "integrated operating structure" for increased efficiency in organizational operations.
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully complete high-impact grinding mill optimization project, improving overall concentrator output by nearly 15% within given deadline and budget constraints.
- Championed adoption of best practices across functions, creating culture of continuous learning and development.
Concentrator Operations Superintendent
Rio Tinto (Copper, Gold, Silver Mines)
South Jordan, UT
03.2010 - 05.2014
- Provide oversight to metallurgical mill operations team
- Oversee strategic and operational management of operations.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Evaluated new technologies or methodologies that could be implemented into existing processes for improved results.
- Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, providing constructive feedback and guidance for improvement.
- Assisted in development of annual budgets, monitoring expenditures throughout calendar year to stay within financial constraints.
- Enhanced communication between departments by facilitating meetings and sharing relevant information.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Created safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting routine inspections.
Operations Team Leader
Rio Tinto Kennecott Smelter
Magna, UT
01.2007 - 12.2010
Contract Administrator
Rio Tinto Kennecott Smelter
Magna, UT
01.2005 - 12.2007
Maintenance Planner
Rio Tinto Kennecott Smelter
Magna, UT
01.2003 - 12.2005
Control Room Supervisor
Rio Tinto Kennecott Smelter
Magna, UT
01.2001 - 12.2003
Filter Plant/Slag Mill Operator
Rio Tinto Kennecott Smelter
Magna, UT
01.2000 - 12.2001
Process Control Technician
Cardinal CG
Tumwater, WA
03.1998 - 04.2000
Electronic Missile Technician
US Army
Fort Drum, NY
04.1993 - 02.1998
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
Salt Lake City, UT06.2012
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Stakeholder Management
- Cost analysis and savings
- Forecasting
- Goal Setting
- Staff Development
- Cost Control
- Budget Development
- Data Analysis
Certification
- MSHA Certification
- Six Sigma Black Belt
Timeline
Senior Operations Manager
Compass Minerals (Salt, Potash, Magnesium Chloride Mining)
07.2017 - 01.2024
Mining & Process Manager
Compass Minerals (Underground Salt Mine)
02.2016 - 07.2017
Operational Excellence Manager
Compass Minerals (Underground Salt Mine)
06.2015 - 02.2016
Principal Advisor Lean
Rio Tinto Kennecott Utah Copper
05.2014 - 06.2015
Concentrator Operations Superintendent
Rio Tinto (Copper, Gold, Silver Mines)
03.2010 - 05.2014
Operations Team Leader
Rio Tinto Kennecott Smelter
01.2007 - 12.2010
Contract Administrator
Rio Tinto Kennecott Smelter
01.2005 - 12.2007
Maintenance Planner
Rio Tinto Kennecott Smelter
01.2003 - 12.2005
Control Room Supervisor
Rio Tinto Kennecott Smelter
01.2001 - 12.2003
Filter Plant/Slag Mill Operator
Rio Tinto Kennecott Smelter
01.2000 - 12.2001
Process Control Technician
Cardinal CG
03.1998 - 04.2000
Electronic Missile Technician
US Army
04.1993 - 02.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
Work Availability
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