About the role
Job Description
The Metallurgical (Met) Technician reports to the Senior Metallurgist. This hands-on position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of lab equipment, instruments, testing, and systems. The Met Technician will perform a wide variety of job functions in multiple areas within the Met lab and process plant and offsite laboratory.
* Performs all duties with a focus on safety, environmental stewardship, and best operating practices. * Actively participates in Safety, Health, and Environmental initiatives. * Seeks to continuously improve work environment. * Conducts laboratory test campaigns through the use of lab equipment, instruments, and systems according to standard operating procedures and/or directed work instructions from the supervisor. * Assists in the optimization of the Process plant through participating in sampling campaigns and other process related needs. * Must acquire competency in operating lab and mobile equipment and instrumentation in the lab and plant environment. * Must be able to assess, diagnose and remedy operating variances in a safe and timely manner. * Performs routine maintenance and participates in equipment and instrument repairs as necessary. * Responsible for safe and effective handling of hazardous chemicals and solutions. * Reads meters and gauges, automatic recording devices or performs visual inspections at specified intervals to verify proper operating conditions. * Assists in sample collection in all areas around the Haile operation. * Analyzes data and writes test summaries as required. * Assist in correction of standard operating procedures. * Visually inspects equipment at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment or lubrication and reports data to appropriate personnel. * Other responsibilities as necessary for the successful operation of the Haile Process Plant.
Qualifications
Experience:
* Experience with mine sample preparation, wet chemistry methods and instrumentation is beneficial. * Experience with metallurgical testing equipment is beneficial. * Prior experience in a lab environment is beneficial. * Prior experience in an industrial environment is beneficial.
Knowledge:
Working knowledge of computers is required.
* Knowledge of Microsoft Office software is required. * Knowledge of lab procedures, equipment and instrumentation is beneficial. * Knowledge of industrial treatment processes is beneficial. * Knowledge of chemistry or other sciences is beneficial.
Education:
* High school diploma / equivalent
Additional Information
Physical Requirements:
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, talk, hear and see. * Must be Fit for Duty: Able to lift and carry 50lbs overhead, climb ladders, work at heights, etc. * Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions: wind, rain, sun. * Work is in a surface mine setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity. * Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves, and any other protective equipment as required. * Haile Gold Mine, Inc. promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing.
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