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Rio Tinto Emergency Response Team Captain
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Steven Silvia

Helendale,CA

Summary

Dynamic Production Supervisor with a proven track record at Rio Tinto, adept in equipment maintenance and team leadership. Successfully developed and implemented training programs and safety protocols, enhancing operational efficiency and compliance. Committed to fostering a safe work environment while optimizing production scheduling and employee performance.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Supervisor

Rio Tinto
Helendale, CA
12.2023 - 04.2024

• Supervised up to 20 employees

  • • Employee scheduling
  • • Timekeeping

• Wrote line outs for pre shift safety meetings

• Follow all MSHA and Safety regulations

• Wrote SOP’s for plant start up and shutdowns

• Wrote lock out tag out’s

• Wrote work orders for downed equipment

• Created and implemented a Plant Equipment Checklist

• Created a Training Program for Fusing Operators

• Trained Operators on equipment

Chief Operator Fusing

Rio Tinto
Boron, California
12.2009 - 12.2023
  • Trained personnel in machine operations and safety protocols.
  • Ensured proper operation of all equipment and systems in the facility.
  • Reviewed operating data to identify opportunities for improved efficiency.
  • Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning machinery.
  • Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
  • Collaborated with engineering staff to develop new processes and technologies that would improve productivity.
  • Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
  • Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
  • Maintained production and quality documentation.
  • Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
  • Prepared reports outlining operational status and progress made towards production goals.
  • Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
  • Monitored performance of machinery, identified problems and took corrective action.
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory levels, production output, downtime incidents.
  • Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved efficiency in production processes.
  • Conducted periodic maintenance inspections to ensure optimal functioning of machinery.

Senior Mine Operator

Rio Tinto
Boron, California
10.2007 - 12.2009

• Operated haul trucks to extract ore from the mine

  • Executed emergency response protocols in case of accidents or malfunctions.
  • Adhered to environmental regulations when operating machinery or extracting ore.
  • Observed and listened to equipment operation to detect equipment malfunctions.

• Learn pre spotting and wet weather driving

• Complete Pre-shift equipment checklists

• Operated water trucks

Education

High School Diploma -

Apple Valley Adult School
Apple Valley, CA
03-2025

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Production scheduling
  • Safety compliance
  • Team leadership

Rio Tinto Emergency Response Team Captain

  • 5 years experience in ERT
  • Trained at Victor Valley Collage through CAL-Fire
  • Rope rescue, confined space rescue, vehicle extraction, and HAZMAT Rescue
  • Certified in Pre Hospital Trauma and Life Support
  • CPR and AED

Timeline

Production Supervisor

Rio Tinto
12.2023 - 04.2024

Chief Operator Fusing

Rio Tinto
12.2009 - 12.2023

Senior Mine Operator

Rio Tinto
10.2007 - 12.2009

High School Diploma -

Apple Valley Adult School
Steven Silvia