Metallurgical Lab Technician – Phosphate Processing

Actalent; Parrish (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO / Vacation or Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent is hiring a Manufacturing Lab Technician to support mining operations by performing field and plant metallurgical testing on phosphate rock core samples and plant samples. The role focuses on sampling, preparation, and analysis to help mine planning, engineering, and operations teams evaluate mining plans and ore reserves.

The technician works hands-on with rock and slurry samples, operates lab and plant equipment, and documents test results to ensure accurate, reliable data for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience or training in metallurgy, minerals processing, or a related laboratory field.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to read, write, and understand basic English.

Responsibilities

• Collect and prepare phosphate rock prospect core samples and plant samples for metallurgical testing.
• Chop and break down rock samples, mix them using a shovel, and prepare them for processing.
• Pump prepared samples to the plant and washer for further processing and testing.
• Operate washing equipment to remove impurities from rock samples.
• Perform separation and sizing of samples to support minerals processing evaluations.
• Conduct density and moisture analyses on samples and accurately record all measurements.
• Carry out plant tests and sampling related to processes within minerals operations, including flotation and other separation processes.
• Add chemicals to slurry during flotation to promote bonding with rock and enable phosphate to float for separation.
• Handle slurry movement between plant, washer, and flotation processes as part of sample preparation and testing.
• Take small-scale samples at each stage from chopping and mixing to washing and separating, ensuring consistency and traceability.
• Return separated samples to the lab for further analysis and documentation.
• Document all sampling, testing procedures, results, and observations clearly and accurately.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment to ensure proper operation and reliability.
• Follow established safety procedures and wear standard safety equipment while working in lab and plant environments.

Skills

Metallurgical testing

Quality control

Lab sampling

English literacy

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

Actalent is hiring a Manufacturing Lab Technician to support mining operations by performing field and plant metallurgical testing on phosphate rock core samples and plant samples. The role focuses on sampling, preparation, and analysis to help mine planning, engineering, and operations teams evaluate mining plans and ore reserves.

The technician works hands-on with rock and slurry samples, operates lab and plant equipment, and documents test results to ensure accurate, reliable data for