Date: 24 Jul 2026
Location: Winnemucca, NV, US, 89445
Company: Orica
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. From the production and supply of explosives, blasting systems, mining chemicals and geotechnical monitoring to our cutting-edge digital solutions and comprehensive range of services, we sustainably mobilize the earth’s resources.
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
We are excited to announce a new opportunity as a Training Supervisor within the Orica Specialty Mining Chemicals team at our sodium cyanide manufacturing facility in Winnemucca, NV.
The Training Supervisor plays a critical role in supporting safe, compliant, and efficient operations at our sodium cyanide manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for developing, delivering, and maintaining training programs that ensure employees have the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to work safely in a high hazard chemical environment. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, proactive, organised and comfortable collaborating with operations, maintenance, engineering, and SHES teams and external stakeholders
What you will be doing
Training Program Development & Delivery
Design, implement, and continuously improve training programs for plant personnel, including onboarding, job specific skills, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Deliver engaging classroom, hands on, and field based training sessions.
Develop training materials such as manuals, SOP summaries, visual aids, and competency assessments.
Ensure training content aligns with plant procedures, corporate standards, and applicable regulations.
Safety & Compliance
Compliance with all company SHES requirements and has an excellent safety acumen.
Upholds all company values.
Support training related to OSHA, EPA, DOT, and state regulatory requirements relevant to chemical manufacturing.
Maintain accurate training records and documentation to support audits and inspections.
Collaborate with EHS teams to reinforce safe work practices, emergency response readiness, and hazard awareness.
Participate in incident reviews to identify training gaps and implement corrective actions.
Operational Support
Work closely with operations and maintenance supervisors to identify skill gaps and training needs.
Assist in developing competency based qualification programs for operators and technicians.
Support rollout of new equipment, processes, or technologies by creating and delivering appropriate training.
Conduct field observations to verify proper application of training and provide coaching as needed.
Continuous Improvement
Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, feedback, and performance metrics.
Update training materials to reflect procedure changes, lessons learned, and best practices.
Contribute to a culture of learning, accountability, and operational excellence.
What you will bring
Required:
Experience in industrial training, workforce development, or technical instruction.
Strong understanding of safety principles and regulatory frameworks in manufacturing or industrial environments.
Excellent understanding of ongoing Nevada OSHA training requirements.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to translate technical information into clear, accessible training content.
Proficiency with learning management systems (LMS) and digital training tools.
Good IT skills that include Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Preferred:
Experience in chemical manufacturing, mining, or another high hazard industry.
Knowledge of process operations, mechanical systems, or industrial equipment.
Certifications such as OSHA 30, Training Within Industry (TWI), or similar.
Experience developing competency based training programs.
Role dimensions
Why Join Us
Play a key role in ensuring the safety and success of a critical chemical manufacturing operation.
Work with a collaborative team committed to continuous improvement and professional development.
Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth.Why Join Us
Play a key role in ensuring the safety and success of a critical chemical manufacturing operation.
Work with a collaborative team committed to continuous improvement and professional development.
Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth.
Work Environment
This role is based on site at a sodium cyanide production facility.
Requires regular presence in operational areas, including outdoor and industrial environments.
Must be able to wear required PPE and participate in emergency response drills.
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.
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 – Two (2) plans to choose from
Dental – One (1) plan to choose from
Vision – One (1) plan 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
401(k) + Company Match – 100% vested on first day.
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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a Drug-free workplace.
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.
We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica. Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process. All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made. Please also be advised that Orica will never request payment or require candidates to deposit a check during the recruitment and onboarding processes.
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