Nicholaus Floersch
South Jordan,UT
Summary
Reliable Manager demonstrating high level of ownership and initiative. Possessing exceptional work ethic and desire to go above and beyond to exceed company expectations. Offering knack for building productive working relationships. Successful in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments to manage goals and team development. History of thriving in team-oriented environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
US Manager
Major Drilling
Salt Lake, UT
07.2020 - 08.2024
- Maintain an impeccable, team-driven, safety-oriented culture.
Supervise and oversee all aspects of daily underground drilling operations.
• Direct and oversee daily drilling schedule, training, supply procurement, maintenance activities, and other supportive duties as needed.
• Review and approve daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Manage financial, safety, and productivity performance of the Underground Operations.
• Market, bid, and secure additional mine services contracts.
• Mentor qualified and motivated Supervisors and Managers.
• Visit contracts at periodic intervals to confirm that optimum progress is being obtained and, if not satisfactory, initiate changes in crew, equipment, or methods necessary to obtain maximum performance.
• Work with the MDA team to meet our CIP (Continuous Improvement Plan) goals.
• Participate in general operations activities (safety, maintenance, and planning meetings).
• General marketing (trade shows).
• Your work schedule will depend on the needs of the company, and hours and days worked will vary.
• Continued investigation for improvements in field methods and techniques.
Operations Manager
Major Drilling
Salt Lake, UT
07.2017 - 07.2020
- Developed and implemented operational procedures to ensure quality standards are met.
- Monitored and improved efficiency of processes, team performance, and customer relations.
- Performed cost analysis for various projects to determine budget requirements.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction with regular visits to each mine site.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.
- Analyzed data from daily reports to identify trends in production performance metrics.
- Developed key performance indicators to measure effectiveness of operational processes.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing policies and procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Managed staffing needs through recruitment, selection, onboarding and training, disciplinary action as necessary.
- Collaborated with management team on long-term strategic planning initiatives for the organization.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of Foreman and Field Superintendents in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
Field Superintendent
Major Drilling
Salt Lake, UT
07.2015 - 07.2017
- Managed day-to-day operations, including scheduling and supervising field personnel, resolving operational issues and ensuring safety compliance.
- Conducted regular inspections of all mine sites for quality assurance and compliance with safety protocols.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients and other team members.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems during the day to day operations by providing solutions based on best practices.
- Participated in weekly meetings with the client's representatives to discuss project status updates.
- Trained new Foreman on proper safety protocols, maintaining inventory levels, proper budgeting, and client/employee relations.
Foreman-East Boulder Operations
Major Drilling
Salt Lake, UT
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with crew members.
- Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
- Communicated regularly with client regarding project timelines.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
Foreman-East Boulder Operations
Taurus Drilling
Salt Lake, UT
07.2012 - 07.2014
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with crew members.
- Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
- Communicated regularly with client regarding project timelines.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
Long Hole Driller and Blaster
Tuarus Drilling
Salt Lake, UT
07.2008 - 07.2012
- Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
- Assisted with moving rigs from one location to another for different jobs.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas after every job was completed.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues onsite in order to minimize downtime.
- Operated and maintained drilling equipment.
- Ensured quality by following design and working with enigneers during drilling and loading of blast holes.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.
Long Hole Driller and Blaster
Boart Longyear Drilling
Salt Lake, UT
02.2005 - 07.2008
- Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
- Assisted with moving rigs from one location to another for different jobs.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas after every job was completed.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues onsite in order to minimize downtime.
- Operated and maintained drilling equipment.
- Ensured quality by following design and working with enigneers during drilling and loading of blast holes.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.
Skills
- Staff Development
- Performance Management
- Workforce Management
- Business Administration
- Business Development
- Marketing
- Expense Tracking
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning
- Policy Implementation
Timeline
US Manager
Major Drilling
07.2020 - 08.2024
Operations Manager
Major Drilling
07.2017 - 07.2020
Field Superintendent
Major Drilling
07.2015 - 07.2017
Foreman-East Boulder Operations
Major Drilling
07.2014 - 07.2015
Foreman-East Boulder Operations
Taurus Drilling
07.2012 - 07.2014
Long Hole Driller and Blaster
Tuarus Drilling
07.2008 - 07.2012
Long Hole Driller and Blaster
Boart Longyear Drilling
02.2005 - 07.2008
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