Metallurgical Technician I

Asarco Llc; Hayden (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

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Job summary

ASARCO LLC in Hayden, AZ is seeking a Metallurgical Lab Technician to support the Metallurgical Engineering staff with investigatory and daily testing, monitor concentrator mass consumables inventory, and maintain process monitoring equipment.

You will prepare samples, operate on-stream X-ray analyzers, maintain sampling systems, manage reagents and flocculent systems, and assist with safety and MSHA requirements.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Some college or technical school education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples and complete basic sample analysis procedures.
• Maintain the x-ray on stream analyzers including basic electrical/mechanical maintenance and calibration.
• Maintain on-stream sampling systems including piping and vacuum pump systems.
• Maintain control x-ray spare parts inventory.
• Monitor and prepare concentrator reagents for daily usage.
• Monitor and maintain thickener flocculent systems.
• Monitor and maintain Ray Complex anti-scaling addition systems.
• Perform weekly and monthly concentrator mass consumables inventory; interface with purchasing for deliveries.
• Test, analyze and report on proposed procedural and reagent changes by standard laboratory tests.
• Perform daily screen analyses and test concentrator performance by standard laboratory tests.
• Maintain proper reagent identification per MSHA standards.
• Operate a wide range of mineral processing equipment and analytical devices.
• Follow multiple directives accurately and maintain time priorities.
• Must have MS Office skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Skills

Sample preparation

X-ray analyzer maintenance

Lab analysis

MS Office

Time management

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college/technical education preferred

Tools

Analytical devices

On-stream sampling systems

Job description

To support the Metallurgical Engineering staff to perform investigatory and daily testing, monitor the concentrator mass consumables inventory, and maintain process monitoring equipment in the concentrator.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ability to prepare samples and complete basic sample analysis procedures following proper guidelines.
• Maintain the x-ray on stream analyzers to include basic electrical maintenance, mechanical maintenance, as well as system sampling and calibration.
• Maintain the on-stream sampling systems to include piping and vacuum pump system.
• Maintain the control x-ray spare parts inventory.
• Monitor and prepare Concentrator reagents for daily usage.
• Monitor and maintain thickener flocculent systems.
• Monitor and maintain the Ray Complex anti-scaling addition systems.
• Perform weekly and monthly Concentrator mass consumables inventory, order required inventory. Interface with purchasing to ensure proper delivery and assist in delivery unloading upon delivery.
• Test, analyze and report on proposed procedural and reagent changes by standard laboratory tests.
• Perform daily screen analyses
• Test, analyze and report on Concentrator performance by standard laboratory test.
• Maintain proper reagent identification according to MSHA standards.
• Use a wide range of laboratory crushing, grinding, screening, flotation, etc., mineral processing equipment, as well as the analytical devices used to measure results
• Must be able to take multiple directives and follow instructions with precision.
• Must have MS Office computer skills (Windows, Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Must be able to manage time effectively and set priorities.
• Requires the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH & SAFETY

• The job requires training or instruction in Environmental Awareness.
• This job requires training or instruction in Safety & Health awareness includin g completion of the appropriate OSHA/MSHA training.

Requirements

• Must have High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Some college or technical school education preferred

The Hayden Concentrator is located 81 miles southeast of Phoenix and 55 miles northeast of Tucson. We have a robust carpool / vanpool program and encourage employees to participate. Employees save more than 50% of their commuting costs while reading, sleeping, or just enjoying the view.

A core value of ASARCO LLC is "Safety First." The Company is committed to help employees continuously improve their efforts to work in the most safe, inclusive, socially, and environmentally responsible manner practicable. Employee safety and health, both on and off the job, are critically important to the Company. Therefore, ASARCO LLC requires employees to have and effectively demonstrate good working knowledge of modern safety systems. Each employee will take prime responsibility for ensuring that s/he works within all required safety procedures and processes.

ASARCO LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and pre-employment physical including a drug screen (hair analysis).

ASARCO LLC offers an excellent low-cost benefits package for medical/prescription/ dental/vision, disability coverage, life insurance and other optional coverage, and 401(k) plan with company match.

Pay Type

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

ASARCO LLC provides equal opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, veteran status, familial status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by local, state, or federal law(s).