Lab Technician

MILFORD MINING COMPANY UTAH LL; Milford (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Milford Mining Company in Utah seeks a hands-on lab/production technician to maintain a testing and sampling station, perform assay testing, and operate forklift equipment. The role emphasizes safety and efficient lab practices within a dynamic mining environment.

This full-time position requires a proactive approach to process improvements, adherence to housekeeping standards, and teamwork to support production goals. Overtime may be required on occasion, with standard 7 on, 7 off shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous production or lab experience preferred.
• Ability to operate forklift and handle lab equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an efficient and effective testing and sampling station
• Listen, understand and provide feedback to lab manager
• Run heavy equipment as required (forklift)
• Perform assay testing and sampling
• Recommend efficiencies in lab operations
• Maintain a safe work environment
• Practice good housekeeping

Skills

Lab testing

Sampling

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Description

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Maintain an efficient and effective testing and sampling station
2. Listen, understand and provide feedback to lab manager
3. Run heavy equipment as required (forklift)
4. Perform assay testing and sampling
5. Recommend efficiencies in lab operations
6. Maintain a safe work environment
7. Practice good housekeeping

Competencies

1. Thoroughness
2. Teamwork Orientation
3. Time Management
4. Technical Capacity

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The position involves sitting, walking and periodically lifting 10 pounds or more.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days may vary but are typically 7 on, 7 off, Thursday through Wednesday from 7:00 AM to 7 PM. Overtime may be required.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Previous production or lab experience.

AAP/EEO Statement

Milford Mining Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.