Mineral Processing Laboratory - Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Mineral Processing Laboratory Technician:

Pay Rate: $20.00

The primary responsibilities of a mineralogy laboratory technician are to carry out the tasks assigned to him/her by the Metallurgical Engineer, Sr Metallurgical Technician, or the designated supervisor, safely and efficiently. These tasks are varied, and you will be trained for each specific task you will be asked to perform.

The following list includes most of the tasks that are to be performed by the Metallurgical Laboratory Technician. Most of these tasks will have a written procedure and will be preceded by training prior to starting any task.

Essential Job Functions  may include the following or other duties as assigned:

• Sample Receipt and inventory Weigh and record
• Lab ID and sample labeling
• Sample Preparation
• Crushing
• Jaw Crusher Roll Crusher
• Blending
• Table roll cloth Floor roll cloth Riffle
• Pug Mill
• Cone and Quarter Splitting
• Riffle
• Large Rotary Small Rotary Roll cloth
• Screening
• Wet Screen – Sweco Wet Screen – 8” Dry Screen - Gilson Dry Screen – Sweco
• Dry Screen – Ro-Tap
• Assist Sr. Metallurgical Technician or Engineer Flotation Assistant
• Grinding in rod mill Pressure filter samples Vacuum Filter samples Decant
• Titration
• Maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Assist with/perform routine chemical and/or metallurgical analysis.
• Handle various chemical reagents safely.
• Dispose of all residues in a safe and prescribed manner.
• Monitor multiple assays at once.
• Collect and report results accurately.
• Assist others as requested or assigned.
• Perform related duties as required.

Requirements / Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• Minimum Education: HS Diploma/GED
• Prior analytical laboratory, chemistry, core handling or mining experience preferred but not required.  
• Must be able to utilize basic math skills to calculate dilution factors and solution concentrations quickly and accurately.
• Must have effective communication skills, as well as interpersonal, problem solving and basic math skills to perform routine calculations and recognize, correct and inform others when quality control is out of range.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining the highest level of quality assurance and compliance.  
• Must be able to follow directions completely, accurately and consistently.
• Must have strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel to develop and maintain spreadsheets reports, and other documentation.
• Must be able to interact successfully with all levels of staff, clients and vendors.
• Must be able to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the jobsite.
• Required Availability: Primarily Monday through Friday; however, some evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime may be required.
• Able to successfully complete Reference Check, Background Check, Drug Screen and Respirator Clearance Physical.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• Constant (more than 66% of time):  Lifting/Carrying 11-20 lbs., Pushing/Pulling 11-20 lbs., Seeing (trades, mechanical, general), Hearing, Talking, Repetitive Motion – Hands, Feeling (temperature, texture, etc.), Fingering (pinching, typing, etc.), Grasping, Standing, Twisting / Turning, Reaching.
• Frequent (34% - 66% of time):  Lifting/Carrying 21-50 lbs., Pushing/Pulling 21-50 lbs., Seeing (computer, reading), Walking – Even Surfaces, Balancing.
• Occasional (1% - 33% of time):  Seeing (at night or low lighting), Walking – Uneven Surfaces, Stooping, Sitting.

Environment

Inside environmental conditions :  Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.   Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.  Vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of extremities or whole body.   Atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin:  Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation.   Oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.  Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.  The worker is required to wear a respirator.  

Disclaimer: Although Geotemps, Inc. has attempted to accurately and thoroughly describe this position, Geotemps, Inc. reserves the right to change the same, including to change, add to or subtract from the duties outlined, within the sole discretion of Geotemps, Inc., at any time, with or without advanced notice.  

Employment at Geotemps, Inc. is at-will and may be terminated at the will of either Geotemps, Inc. or the employee, at any time, with or without cause or notice.  The at-will nature of the employment relationship also gives Geotemps, Inc. the right to make changes to its benefits, policies, and procedures, as well as employee compensation, generally without employee consent or notice, unless otherwise required by law.  The at-will employment status of each employee cannot be altered by any verbal agreement or alleged verbal agreement.  It can only be changed by a legally binding, written contract covering employment status.