Metallurgy Manager

Catapult Solutions Group

Louisiana (MO)

On-site

USD 135,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Company-paid life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution/match

Paid time off and sick time

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted insurance plans

Internal progression opportunities

Job summary

A leading company in the mining industry is seeking a Metallurgist to manage strategic projects and optimize metallurgical performance. The role involves supervising staff, selecting technology, and contributing to technical reports. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in mineral processing and strong leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

10 years of experience in mineral processing, including 5 years in a concentrator.
Recognized Subject Matter Expert in comminution and flotation.

Responsibilities

Supervises and develops metallurgical staff.
Selects critical mineral processing technology.
Contributes to technical reports and economic evaluations.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Analysis

Coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Metallurgical Processing

Decision Analysis

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Base pay range

$135,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

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Description

Responsible for management and oversight of strategic metallurgical projects. Identify and implement opportunities for improvement in metallurgical performance of processing plants either through continuous improvement, growth projects, or through deployment of leading-edge technology and innovation and its transfer. Participate in sound technical metallurgical processing due diligence exercises on acquisitions, mergers, and partnerships.

Responsibilities

Supervises and develops metallurgical staff as well as undertaking coaching and mentoring metallurgical staff at operating sites
Selects critical mineral processing technology and equipment using sound decision analysis methods that takes into account technical, financial (capital and operating expenditures), operating and maintenance data, whilst agreeing decision methodology and evaluation with key stakeholders
As part of the mining company owner’s team on growth projects interact with engineering companies and set the following aspects for these projects: the flowsheet (including mass and energy balance), critical equipment and technology selections, process design criteria, process control and automation strategy, metallurgical sampling and accounting plan
Detailed process design for mineral processing oreflow systems, crushing and screening plants, concentrators, dewatering plants and ship loading facilities
Contributes to the preparation of technical reports and Approval for Expenditure documents (AFEs) for major projects. Provides data analysis, economic evaluations including review of operational data to determine cause of production shortfalls and recommends solutions
Perform other duties as requested
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and ten (10) years of experience in mineral processing, including five (5) years of experience in a mineral processing concentrator and three (3) years of experience working on large growth projects involving mining and engineering companies.
Recognized amongst peers as a Subject Matter Expert in comminution (including crushing and grinding), flotation, liquid-solid separation (including thickening and filtration), as well as further processing techniques including heap leaching, SX/EW, and potential Pyrometallurgy processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

At least (2) years of experience with project design and/or project management for large capital projects (>$100M USD)

Criteria/Conditions:

Willingness and ability to travel up to 40 days per year - (10% - 12% Travel oversees to Mine)
Must be able to work at an altitude of 3000 m
Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hart hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently? $134,000-$187,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional incentive compensation considerations based on company and individual performance. Additionally, this position is currently eligible for annual long-term incentive consideration. Long-term incentives are contingent upon authorized approval under the terms and conditions of the Company's plan and award agreements. More details will be shared during the hiring process.