Gold Mill Operator — Shift Work & Overtime

Careermine; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation's Fort Knox mine near Fairbanks, Alaska, seeks a Process Operator to tend to crushing, grinding, leaching, cyanide detoxification, and carbon elution. You will monitor process parameters to safely meet daily gold production targets and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operating requirements.

You will operate, inspect, and monitor milling and refining equipment, keep accurate logs, and collaborate with colleagues to optimize ore recovery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• General background in milling and/or processing preferred.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong administrative, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work shifts; overtime, holidays, and weekends may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, and monitor crushing, processing, and refining equipment to maximize ore recovery.
• Perform mechanical tasks as needed within training and scope.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Conduct pre-shift equipment inspections.
• Communicate effectively with other operators to maintain operating strategies.
• Maintain written and DCS logs accurately.
• Assist in developing other department personnel.
• Demonstrate discretion and sound judgment in performance.
• Maintain punctuality and regular attendance.
• Meet or exceed performance expectations; follow safety and environmental policies.

Skills

Milling background

Process operations

Communication skills

Independent worker

Organizational skills

Safety compliance

Shift work

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Kinross Gold Corporation's Fort Knox mine near Fairbanks, Alaska, seeks a Process Operator to tend to crushing, grinding, leaching, cyanide detoxification, and carbon elution. You will monitor process parameters to safely meet daily gold production targets and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operating requirements.

You will operate, inspect, and monitor milling and refining equipment, keep accurate logs, and collaborate with colleagues to optimize ore recovery.