Gold Processing Metallurgy Lead | Mine Restart & Optimization

First Majestic Silver Corp-Jerritt Canyon Gold; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

First Majestic Silver Corp-Jerritt Canyon Gold is seeking a Chief Metallurgist to provide strategic oversight of metallurgical performance. The role includes leadership in metallurgical activities, ensuring optimized processing and metal recovery.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy or a related field with 7-12+ years of relevant experience. The Chief Metallurgist will collaborate cross-functionally, drive process improvements, and mentor team members in a commitment to safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related process discipline.
• 7-12+ years of experience in metallurgical or process engineering roles within a processing plant.
• Experience leading metallurgical functions, including process optimization and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and technical direction for metallurgical activities.
• Manage team performance and support employee development.
• Lead metallurgical troubleshooting efforts and optimize processes.

Skills

Leadership

Metallurgical performance

Process optimization

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Metallurgy

7–12+ years in metallurgical roles

Job description

First Majestic Silver Corp-Jerritt Canyon Gold is seeking a Chief Metallurgist to provide strategic oversight of metallurgical performance. The role includes leadership in metallurgical activities, ensuring optimized processing and metal recovery.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy or a related field with 7-12+ years of relevant experience. The Chief Metallurgist will collaborate cross-functionally, drive process improvements, and mentor team members in a commitment to safety and efficiency.