Metallurgical Technician I: Concentrator Lab & Maintenance

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

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Benefits package

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

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.