Tankhouse/Shipping Supervisor

Description

Job Description

• Supervise daily electrowinning (EW) tankhouse operations, including harvesting and cathode handling activities
• Coordinate and oversee cathode harvesting cycles to ensure production targets and schedules are achieved
• Supervise overhead crane operations, including crane bale operations, cathode loading/unloading, and safe electrode movement throughout the tankhouse
• Oversee stripping machine operations, conveyor systems, and associated cathode handling equipment
• Monitor and ensure proper cathode alignment, placement, and handling during harvesting and stripping operations
• Coordinate short correction and short detection activities to maximize current efficiency and cathode quality
• Monitor tankhouse operating conditions and coordinate corrective actions with operations and maintenance teams
• Assist in troubleshooting operational issues related to harvesting systems, cranes, stripping machines, conveyors, rectifiers, electrolyte circulation, and cathode quality
• Ensure cathode production meets customer quality specifications and operational standards
• Support operational improvements focused on production efficiency, current efficiency, harvest timing, and equipment reliability
• Coordinate with maintenance and electrical teams to minimize downtime and support planned maintenance activities
• Maintain accurate production, harvesting, and operational records and KPIs
• Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained throughout the tankhouse and shipping areas

• Supervise daily shipping operations for finished copper cathodes, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries
• Oversee cathode bundling, strapping, weighing, tagging, labeling, and staging activities
• Ensure proper preparation of shipping documentation including bills of lading (BOLs), packing lists, weight tickets, and inventory transactions if needed
• Monitor inventory accuracy and reconcile shipped quantities
• Ensure safe loading practices to prevent cathode damage during transport
• Inspect outgoing shipments for quality, count accuracy, and compliance with customer requirements
• Address and resolve shipping discrepancies, shortages, damages, or loading issues
• Maintain shipping logs, production reports, and operational KPIs

• Lead, train, and supervise tankhouse operators, harvest crews, shipping personnel, contractors, and equipment operators
• Conduct safety meetings, pre-job reviews, and shift turnover communications
• Enforce compliance with company safety policies, environmental regulations, and operational procedures
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, confined space requirements, and safe equipment operation practices
• Support development and implementation of SOPs, operational procedures, and training programs
• Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement mindset throughout the department

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

• 3–5+ years of experience in shipping, logistics, warehouse or electrowinning  operations (EW) in mining, metals, or heavy industry
• Prior supervisory experience required
• Experience handling copper cathodes or similar bulk/finished metal products strongly preferred
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and inventory control processes
• Knowledge of shipping documentation and transportation regulations

• Strong leadership and team management skills

• High attention to detail, especially in counts and documentation
• Solid understanding of cathode handling and damage prevention
• Effective communication and coordination skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability in a fast-paced environment
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance

• Industrial environment (refinery, warehouse, or mine site)

• Exposure to heavy equipment, forklifts, cranes, and outdoor conditions
• May require shift work, overtime, and weekend coverage

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

• Ability to climb, bend, and work around heavy equipment

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally