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Sonny Lewis

Summary

Dynamic Site Supervisor with extensive experience at Dyno Nobel, excelling in team supervision and safety compliance. Proven track record in developing safety protocols and enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in training and mentoring staff, while maintaining strong customer relationships. Committed to achieving safety and performance goals in high-stakes environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Site Supervisor

Dyno Nobel
06.2023 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Monitored and maintained Inventory according to customer needs and ERD regulation.
  • Established and maintained customer relationships through open communication and professionalism.
  • Conducted weekly/monthly site inspections to ensure compliance with company policy.
  • Directly involved in the hiring process along with the training of the new hires through the onboarding process and in the field along side the blaster in charge.
  • Maintained excellent crew relationships through encouragement and guidance.
  • Conducted each day with safety as priority 1 for my crews and customers alike.

Blaster In Charge

Dyno Nobel
04.2018 - 06.2023
  • Operated and maintained blasting equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.
  • Developed and implemented safety protocols, enhancing workplace safety standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize blasting techniques for various projects.
  • Conducted pre-blast surveys to assess site conditions and mitigate risks effectively.
  • Monitored compliance with environmental regulations during blasting activities to minimize impact.
  • Analyzed blast results to identify areas for process improvement and increased efficiency.
  • Managed inventory of explosives and materials, ensuring timely availability for operations.

Bulk Operator/Blaster

Dyno Nobel
02.2016 - 04.2018
  • Operated bulk handling equipment for safe and efficient material transfer.
  • Responsible for the safe transfer of Dangerous Goods
  • Collaborating with blast crews to ensure proper mixtures and densities were applied to ensure the customers downstream targets were met.
  • Daily safety inspections on all equipment used.


Education

High School Diploma -

Waterford District High School
Waterford, ON
06-1994

Skills

  • Team supervision
  • Site safetyAdvanced Open Pit Training (Nobel Academy)
  • Quarry Academy (Nobel Academy/Sandvik)
  • Surface miner common core
  • Supervisor common core
  • Train the Trainer
  • First aid
  • WHMIS
  • TDG
  • Work safe in 5 steps

Timeline

Site Supervisor

Dyno Nobel
06.2023 - Current

Blaster In Charge

Dyno Nobel
04.2018 - 06.2023

Bulk Operator/Blaster

Dyno Nobel
02.2016 - 04.2018

High School Diploma -

Waterford District High School
Sonny Lewis