Geologist

Geologist – Eveleth, MN Cleveland-Cliffs is seeking a Geologist to manage, coordinate and implement all functions related to the geology of the open pit mine, including mine planning, ore grading, geological modeling, crude ore sampling, and diamond drilling. Responsibilities Conduct ore grading, including statistical analysis of source data and development of ore grading locations communicated to Mining Dispatch daily. Prepare annual reports to state and federal agencies. Oversee mining operations related to ore grading and its effect on plant metallurgical and production results on scheduled weekends. Perform sampling of blast holes when ore quality is in question and sampling of shovel loading banks to resolve ore processing problems in the plant. Complete grading of the blast pattern and reconcile against plans. Input data into GIS, create maps, and enter deviations into WENCO Monitor, reporting issues to the Section Manager. Provide geological advice to mining operations regarding issues that affect delivery of mine plans. Complete monthly geology reconciliation reports. Create blast reserve reports. Maintain daily records of ore quality characteristics and reconcile predicted with measured characteristics. Participate in short‑ and long‑range mine planning by providing geological information. Perform miscellaneous duties such as blast monitoring, mill throughput testing, special rotary sampling programs, selection of Liberation index testing hole samples, and display or souvenir sample collection. Maintain up‑to‑date dig blocks and mining progress in Wenco. Provide geological advice on ore characterization and feedback to the plant regarding ore quality. Communicate with corporate on geological and geometallurgical aspects of mine development and improvement projects. Build relations with Cliffs technology group on geological and geo‑metallurgical aspects of mine development and process control improvement projects. Develop, direct, and coordinate diamond drilling programs, including preparation of maps and specifications, budgets, communication with Fee Representatives, site inspections, on‑site supervision of surveyors and drilling crews, core classification, photography, sample submission to laboratory, compilation and proofing of sample analyses, and preparation of final reports. Develop diamond drill plan and manage drilling contractors. Collect diamond drilling samples; clean, split, analyze samples; send to outside laboratory; input data into systems to update resource and reserve estimates. Develop geological and geophysical plan maps based on field mapping. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications B.S. in geology, metallurgy, earth sciences, or equivalent. 3–5 years of supervisory experience at a mining or mineral processing facility. Schedule 7:00a.m. – 3:30p.m., Monday–Friday, with periodic weekend on‑call coverage. Travel Less than 5% travel required. Preferred Qualifications Geology experience within the iron ore mining industry. Prior experience working within a unionized environment. Relocation Assistance May be considered for highly qualified candidates from outside the local area. Compensation Salary range: $80,000 – $100,000, based on education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business needs. Benefits Competitive base pay with variable compensation opportunity. Health insurance. Retirement plan. Education assistance. Paid time off. Other benefits as outlined in the employment offer. Physical Requirements All applicants must meet the physical requirements of the position by the close of the posting period. Equal Opportunity Employment Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr