Metallurgical Lab Technician - Growth, Team & Benefits

Barrick Gold Corporation; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k with employer contribution

Paid time off

Company match program

On-site medical clinics

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Metallurgical Lab Technician to join our team and support metallurgical studies through sampling, preparation, and analysis. The role emphasizes accurate reporting, safety, and efficient operation of the lab and its equipment.

Responsibilities include maintaining lab instruments, managing samples in LIMS, and contributing to regulatory compliance while supporting optional techniques like XRD, SEM and MLA as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Metallurgical analyses preferred.
• Able to collect samples, process and accurately report on results.
• Working ability in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point).
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Strong organizational skills to manage high sample volumes efficiently.
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of chemical and laboratory testwork principles.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical information and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist Metallurgical studies by executing sampling plans, preparing, and analyzing samples.
• Maintain laboratory and analytical equipment used in the process facility.
• Stock laboratory supplies.
• Assists in reviewing new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols.
• Develops and maintains awareness of applicable programs, practices and regulations.
• Logs samples into LIMS and processes results into spreadsheets.
• Performs other duties as required (XRD, SEM, MLA and optical microscopy possible).

Skills

Metallurgical knowledge

Sample collection & reporting

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Organizational skills

Tools

LIMS

Microsoft Office

XRD

SEM

MLA

Job description

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Metallurgical Lab Technician to join our team and support metallurgical studies through sampling, preparation, and analysis. The role emphasizes accurate reporting, safety, and efficient operation of the lab and its equipment.

Responsibilities include maintaining lab instruments, managing samples in LIMS, and contributing to regulatory compliance while supporting optional techniques like XRD, SEM and MLA as needed.