Entry Level Process Operator

Goldenqueenllc; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Process Operator to join their team. This role involves assisting with critical operations in both the plant and heap leach pad, ensuring safety and efficiency. Ideal candidates enjoy outdoor work, have a strong team spirit, and are eager to learn. The company offers a competitive compensation package, including health insurance and a 401K plan. If you are results-oriented and ready to grow in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

401K with Company Matching

PPO & HMO Health Insurance Plans

9 Paid Holidays

Vacation Accruals

Qualifications

• Experience in technical services or processing is preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with various tasks on the plant and heap leach pad.
• Monitor production wells and plant solution flows.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Punctuality

Willingness to learn

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Equipment software

Job description

Description

Who We Are

Golden Queen Mining Co., LLC (the “Company”) operates a gold and silver, open pit, heap leach operation on its Soledad Mountain property, located just outside the town of Mojave in Kern County in southern California. The Project uses conventional open pit mining methods and the cyanide heap leach and Merrill-Crowe processes to recover gold and silver from crushed, agglomerated ore.

Where We Are

Golden Queen Employees live in several surrounding communities such as Boron, California City, Lancaster, Mojave, Palmdale, Ridgecrest, Rosamond, Tehachapi, and Victorville.

Mojave is known as the city of “Golden Crossroads” because it is located at the nexus of the California Highways 14 and 58. These crossroads are a gateway to the destinations of commerce and tourism in the San Joaquin Valley, Mammoth, the Eastern Sierras, Las Vegas, the Eastern Mojave Desert, and the Los Angeles Basin.

Who You Are

You enjoy working outdoors, are safety oriented, and work well with others. You are an effective communicator. You are results-oriented and a solid member of a team. You are looking for growth opportunities. You may have experience with labor or production.

As a Process Operator, you would report to the Merrill-Crowe Process Supervisor. This is a safety-sensitive position.

What You Do - Plant

• Assist with filter presses online/offline.
• Assist with blowdowns and press cleaning.
• Assist with solution clarifier cleaning.
• Assist with precoating presses and clarifiers.
• Assist with zinc cone adjustments.
• Assist with retorting of precipitous materials following proper Mercury cleanup practices.
• Monitor production wells.
• Monitor plant solution flows and adjust parameters to maintain plant balance.
• Assist with bringing back-up generator online and switch MCC power over.
• Complete all work area and equipment inspections.
• Follow all company policies and safety/environmental regulations.
• Additional duties as assigned.

What You Do – Heap Leach Pad

• Assist with a leach pad performing tasks such as, ripping and checking solution lines.
• Assist with installing side slope emitter lines.
• Assist with solution header pipe installation.
• Monitor and maintain all installed off-line emitter lines.
• Assist with solution line repair and installation.
• Monitor heap conditions and adjust flow rates.
• Complete all work area and equipment inspections.
• Follow all company policies and safety/environmental regulations.
• Additional duties as assigned.

What You Bring – Plant

• Similar job experience such as technical services or processing.
• Basic computer skills.
• Able to learn equipment software.
• Able to follow instructions.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Punctuality and good attendance.
• Willingness to learn.
• Valid driver license.

What You Bring – Heap Leach Pad

• Similar job experience such as agriculture or landscaping.
• Experience working in a labor-intensive position.
• Able to follow instructions.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Able to work outdoors and exposed to the elements.
• Punctuality and good attendance.
• Willingness to learn.
• Valid driver license.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, which includes the following:

• 401K with Company Matching
• PPO & HMO Health Insurance Plans
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Vacation Accruals