Mill Operator 1 – Control Room Operator – 2025-063
Foran Mining Corporation (TSX:FOM) is a forward-thinking mining company redefining the industry. We are seeking multiple Mill Operator 1 – Control Room Operator’s to join our growing McIlvenna Bay team. This is a full-time position based at the McIlvenna Bay site working a 14/14 rotation.
Foran Mining is a modern mining development and exploration company advancing Canada’s only greenfield copper project currently under construction: the McIlvenna Bay deposit in Saskatchewan. With commercial production expected in mid-2026, this world-class deposit contains copper, zinc, gold, and silver – key metals for the global transition to green energy. At Foran, we are committed to sustainable development, environmental protection, and building strong communities. We believe in empowering our people, fostering a culture of growth, and creating opportunities for meaningful careers as we build the mines of the future.
As part of the Mill Processing Plant Team, the Mill Operator 1 – Control Room Operator will be responsible for monitoring and controlling various processes and equipment within the facility. Operating from a centralized control room, this role involves overseeing the safe and efficient operation of equipment, ensuring product quality, and responding to deviations or alarms to maintain trouble-free production processes.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Technical diploma or certification in process operations, control systems, or a related field is an asset.
• 5+ years of milling experience required, with previous experience as a control room operator in a processing plant—preferably in mining or heavy industry—considered an asset.
• Breath of experience across crushing, grinding, flotation, and dewatering processes required.
• Familiarity with DCS, HMIs, SCADA systems, and other process control platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret data and respond to deviations.
• Solid understanding of safety protocols, environmental regulations, and emergency procedures.
• Effective communicator with the ability to coordinate across teams.
• Comfortable working rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with computers and relevant software applications.
• Committed to following strict safety and operational standards.

• Operate and monitor crushers, conveyors, mills, flotation cells, dewatering units, and other process equipment from a centralized control room.
• Control equipment settings, flow rates, and parameters to maintain safe and efficient production.
• Work with supervisors and engineers to optimize performance and product quality.
• Analyze data and KPIs to identify trends, deviations, or inefficiencies.
• Submit reports on production, equipment status, and process metrics.
• Respond to alarms and process deviations by taking corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot and coordinate with maintenance teams on equipment issues.
• Monitor product quality and adjust processes based on analyzer feedback.
• Follow all safety protocols, regulations, and standard procedures.
• Activate emergency response protocols when needed.
• Operate systems through HMIs, DCS, and other control interfaces.
• Communicate clearly with field operators, supervisors, and support teams.
• Provide detailed shift handovers and highlight critical updates.
• Maintain accurate records of operations, interventions, and incidents.