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Sylvain Fortin

Elliot Lake,ON

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented Production Supervisor with a proven track record at Weir Minerals, specializing in achieving on-time shipments and emphasizing safety. Expert in assembly and production and quality control. Excelled in staff management and training, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. Eager to learn new skills and grow in the mining industry.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Underground Miner

Impala Platinum Mines
04.2025 - Current
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by conducting pre-shift inspections and maintenance checks on haul trucks.
  • Operate lube truck and service underground equipement such as scoops, drills and bolters.
  • Operate haul truck safely, haul ore to rock breaker.
  • Communicate on two way radio to maintain safe and efficient ramp traffic.

Production Supervisor

Weir Minerals
11.2020 - 03.2025
  • Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
  • Emphasize safety with the team as number one priority.
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Perform preventative maintenance in the shop or on equipment.
  • Repair equipment when down.



Rubber Liner

Weir Minerals
09.2016 - 11.2020
  • Read work orders and design drawings to determine work requirements and sequence of tasks.
  • Reline spools
  • Line mining equipment with cold bond and hot bond rubber according to customer needs.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts to move parts and supplies.
  • Train newer employees

Volunteer Firefighter

City Of Elliot Lake
10.2013 - 10.2018
  • Strengthened firefighter skills through ongoing professional development opportunities such as attending workshops or conferences related to the field.
  • Enhanced teamwork among the crew by participating in regular training sessions, drills, and exercises.
  • Upheld high levels of readiness while on call, ensuring timely response to any potential emergencies.
  • Collaborated closely with fellow firefighters to ensure smooth communication and coordination during emergencies.

Hose Technician

Weir Minerals
09.2014 - 09.2016
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
  • Build oil sands and mining hoses
  • Hydro test hoses
  • Train hose builders and helpers
  • Read engineered drawings to meet customer needs.
  • Ensure quality products

Sandblaster/Labourer

Weir Minerals
11.2013 - 09.2014
  • Selected surfaces for blasting and masked specific parts.
  • Sandblast spools, hose parts and mining equipment parts
  • Prime and prepare pieces for rubber lining.
  • Maintain sandblast equipment.
  • Paint parts once rubber lined

Roofer/Labourer

Mullins Custom Renovations
07.2011 - 11.2013
  • Assisted in removal of old roofing materials and debris to prepare for application of new roofing.
  • Installed, repaired, and replaced single-ply roofing systems.
  • Renovate homes to customer's demand.
  • Install windows and siding

Diamond Drilling Assistant

Forage M.G Inc.
09.2008 - 02.2010
  • Kept operations smooth and efficient by fueling water pump and drills.
  • Transport core samples from the drill to the geologist.
  • Assist driller with drilling.
  • Assist moving drills to new drilling locations.

Education

Diploma - Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Millwright

College Boreal
05.2013

Electrician Certificate (Distance Education) - Electrician

International Career School of Canada
05.2010

High School Diploma -

École Secondaire Villa Française Des Jeunes
06.2008

Skills

  • Production and processing
  • Training and mentoring
  • Production targets
  • Schedule development
  • Manufacturing
  • Health and safety compliance
  • 6S implementation
  • Employee leadership

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Underground Hard Rock Miner (Program 770010)

U0000 - Follow Surface and Underground Induction Procedures

U0001 - Perform General Inspections - 2025/04/11

U0002 - Scale Loose Rock - 2025/04/11

U0012 - Perform General Lock Out Tag On Prime Movers and Other

Related Equipment - 2025/04/10

U0024 - Operate Utility Vehicle - 2025/05/09

U0091 - Operate Haulage Truck - 2025/07/12

  • JHSC Training - 15/05/2024
  • First Aid & CPR Level C - 27/03/2023 - Exp. 27/03/2026
  • WHMIS 02/07/2024
  • Surface Miner Common Core (program 770210)
    U5030 – Work Safety in the Job Environment- 2008/05/28
    U5031 - Lock Out and Tag Equipment and Energy - 2008/05/28
    U5032 - Operate Hand and Power Tools - 2008/05/28
    U5039 - Operate Front End Loader - 2008/05/29
    U5057 - Operate Flame Cutting Equipment 2008/05/29
  • PADI Open Water Diver (Scuba)
  • Driver's License G

Timeline

Underground Miner

Impala Platinum Mines
04.2025 - Current

Production Supervisor

Weir Minerals
11.2020 - 03.2025

Rubber Liner

Weir Minerals
09.2016 - 11.2020

Hose Technician

Weir Minerals
09.2014 - 09.2016

Sandblaster/Labourer

Weir Minerals
11.2013 - 09.2014

Volunteer Firefighter

City Of Elliot Lake
10.2013 - 10.2018

Roofer/Labourer

Mullins Custom Renovations
07.2011 - 11.2013

Diamond Drilling Assistant

Forage M.G Inc.
09.2008 - 02.2010

Electrician Certificate (Distance Education) - Electrician

International Career School of Canada

High School Diploma -

École Secondaire Villa Française Des Jeunes

Diploma - Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Millwright

College Boreal
Sylvain Fortin