Company Overview
Kasota Stone is seeking a hands-on Mining Foreman / Supervisor for our Ely Dimensional Stone Granite Quarry who is a strong core value fit, leads from the field, and can help a quarry team work safely, stay productive, and execute the plan. The right person will actively support the mining team, maintain priorities, help operate equipment, and stay close to the highest-impact production activity. An ideal candidate must be able to effectively navigate change, overcome daily obstacles, and be a strong decision maker.
Core Values
Team Player, Empowered Optimism, Passion for Excellence,
Duties
- Lead and support the quarry team in daily execution – including line-outs, task direction, production goals, and follow-through.
- Help maximize production output while maintaining a strong focus on workplace examinations, hazard awareness, MSHA expectations, and safe working procedures.
- Stay active in the highest-impact production areas and support the team directly in the quarry, not just from the office or trailer.
- Execute against the mining plan by helping convert weekly goals into daily production targets
- Safely and efficiently operate mobile & heavy equipment including: loader, excavator, haul truck, skid steer, wire saws, quarry drills, large blade saw, and other related equipment.
- Support equipment uptime through routine maintenance awareness, pre-shift inspections, minor servicing when appropriate, and timely reporting of needed repairs.
- Maintain relevant production and inventory reporting
- Assist with maintaining block inventory, maximizing stone material usage, and keeping production areas organized and clean
- Communicate regularly with leadership on progress, safety concerns, equipment needs, team support needs, and opportunities for improvement.
- Support miner development and have a “team miner” mentality.
Requirements
- Prior foreman, supervisor, manager, leadership experience
- Quarry, mining, heavy equipment, construction, aggregate, or production experience preferred.
- Strong hands-on operating ability and comfort working directly in an outdoor environment.
- Problem-solving mindset
- Comfortable using technology
- Basic understanding of equipment maintenance, repair needs, pre-shift inspections, and routine service expectations.
- Mechanical repair knowledge, welding experience, or electrical/mechanical troubleshooting ability is a plus.
- Knowledge of MSHA requirements, workplace examinations, and safe quarry/mining practices is a plus.
Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Foreman / Supervisor / Manager: 5 years (Preferred)
- Quary, Mining, Aggregate: 4 years (Preferred)
- Operating Mobile & Heavy Equipment: 6 years (Preferred)
- Mine Health & Safety Administration (MSHA): 3 years (Preferred)
- General Equipment Maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
