Team Lead (Wise, NC)

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. 

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About The Role - Team Leader (Wise NC)

The Team Leader leads a team in the quality service of bulk explosive delivery to customers in a safe and environmentally conscious manner at all times, working closely with Bench Assistants and MMU Operators on site, Shotfirers and Site Supervisor and managing all tasks associated with loading, tying and firing blasts.

What you will be doing

•    Pro-actively address safety concerns and escalate to next manager as needed.
•    Provides information for reporting any injuries/accidents immediately.
•    Leads safety meetings and trainings regularly.  
•    Ability to communicate safety procedures of all equipment including PPE.
•    Identify production goals for each shift including Bulk and Package Mix.
•    Ensure teams are working efficiently to achieve production goals.
•    Provide coaching and training on a continuous basis.
•    Ability to provide hands on assistance in the production process as needed.
•    Reliable maintenance and regulatory compliance of Orica’s equipment
•    Managing the resource scheduling
•    Managing the inventory
•    Supervising site administration submissions
•    Creating, managing, and submitting Orica Safety, Health, Environment and Security monthly reporting   
•    Managing the business, budget, and head count planning.  
•    Reports all Unusual Incidents and Accidents immediately
•    Participates in daily Toolbox talks and Monthly Safety Meetings
•    Undertakes all and any necessary training for Operations, SHEC and site specific requirements
•    Maintains all personal training against the Orica training Matrix for your role
•    Ensures all emergency equipment and First Aid kits are complete
•    Assists in the management of Audit actions
•    Ensures minimum damage to the environment through waste minimization and control
•    Ensures raw materials and dangerous goods are used, handled and stored according to requirements of the SDS.
•    Maintains required House Keeping standards
•    Notifies Orica site management of any variations in product specification, appearance or performance
•    Assists the client in achieving targets and maintaining production
•    Maintains professional relationships within Orica and with customers
•    Performs other ancillary duties including relief at other locations, consistent with level of competence as reasonably instructed by the supervisor

What you will bring

•    At least 2 years of management experience.
•    Must be able to manage the business, budget, and head count planning.  
•    Blasting experience is nice to have. 
•    Knowledge of Microsoft Office and the Internet. 
•    Organization, attentive to detail, time management and quality control. 
•    Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

Your qualifications

•    Associates or Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field is nice to have, but you must have at least a high school diploma or equivalent

How you shape and influence others

* Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility
* Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character 
* Solid interpersonal & communication skills
* Self-aware and open to feedback 
* Work effectively across teams
* Able to work independently with only targeted supervision
* Productive without compromising quality  
* Highly reliable and motivated to excel
 

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Compensation 

• Salary $68,100 - $95,340
• Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan

(Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)

Benefits (Full Time Employees)

• Medical/Prescription Drug – Three (3) plans to choose from
• Dental – Two (2) plans to choose from
• Vision – Two (2) plans to choose from
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Employee Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary Employee/Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Company provided Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Plans
• Voluntary Identity Theft Protection
• Voluntary Legal Plan
• 401(k) + Company Match
• Company provided Maternity Leave
• Company provided Bonding Leave
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick & Safe Time
• Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.