E. Jason Davis

About E. Jason Davis

SNAPSHOT:Bachelor of Science in Mining and Mineral EngineeringLean Six Sigma Green BeltSafeStart Certified InstructorDDI Certified Instructor5th Generation Miner12 Years as General ManagerLed Teams up to $150M P<urnaround ExpertManaged Global Operations WHAT MAKES ME DIFFERENT: Capacity to quickly adapt and analyze situations; critical thinker with sound judgment and decision-making capabilities Exceptional communication skills with a focus on diplomacy and public relations; foster effective interactions while remaining calm under pressure Collaborative and engaging with the unique ability to quickly adapt to changing, time-sensitive conditions while thriving in demanding high-stress situations HOW OTHERS DESCRIBE ME:Peers describe me as a hands-on servant leader who is consistent and fair, someone who supports and develops his team, has exceptional knowledge of all facets of mining operations and can thrive under difficult circumstances. While I’ve had many successes throughout my career, I am proudest of the relationships I’ve built, and the trust others have in me. RECIPE FOR SUCCESS:Define your goals and simplify them to ensure everyone understands +Build a diverse team to encompass as many different viewpoints to learn from +Define reasonable outcomes for success +Put the right people in the right places at the right times +Understand each individual contribution =-100% Team Success IN MY SPARE TIME:I enjoy camping, traveling, history, and spending time with my family and friends. ASK ME ABOUT:Being bitten by a camel

Experience

1. General Manager Pinpointed 100m New Business Opportunity Slashed Employee Turnover in Half

   Nyrstar

   Apr 2019 — Present · TN, US

   SNAPSHOT: I was hired by this mining and smelting operation to lead all facets of day-to-day operations for 2 mining facilities in Tennessee. Lead team of 400 with 12 direct reports while managing $150M P&L. Primary functions include production, health, safety, budget management, human resources, corporate communications, vendor management, logistics, forecasting, talent acquisition, professional development, strategic planning, process improvement, and project management. SELECTED HIGHLIGHTS: HANDS-ON LEADERSHIP Hand-selected to lead turnaround of downtrodden location after multiple unrelated fatalities pulling together diverse team of 400 team members with relatable and ubiquitous leadership style slashing turnover from 42% to 22% within 3 years Influence all facets of business operations and organizational ethos in numerous ways, including driving value-based decision-making, improving planning processes, organizing peer-feedback groups, and serving as member of technology innovation steering committee Revamped employee scheduling models that boosted employee morale, reducing turnover from 38% to 28% Championed creation of first-of-its-kind leadership development course covering various topics, including strategic planning, crucial conversations, and conflict resolution BUSINESS EXCELLENCE Transformed unprofitable location slated for closure into revenue-producing center within 6 months after reallocating and consolidating human capital from 3 mines into 2 with no decrease in production Identified $100M business opportunity capitalizing on mining byproducts; leading development and build-out of new infrastructure Drove 2-year transition from traditional random room and pillar to longhole stoping method that reduced unit costs over 20% Boosted profitability through reducing electable benefits costs 30% with no downgrade to employee offerings

Education

• Virginia Tech College of Engineering

  Bachelor's degree

  2001

Skills

• Safety Management Systems
• Gold
• Operations Management
• Underground Mining
• Strategic Planning
• Coal
• Mineral Exploration
• Engineering
• Mining Engineering
• Maintenance Management
• Management
• Minerals
• Metallurgy
• Mining
• Surface Mining
• Coal Mining
• Contract Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Engineering Management
• Base Metals
• Mine Ventilation
• Geology
• Iron Ore
• Mineral Processing