Mill Operator

Careermine; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation's Fort Knox mine near Fairbanks, Alaska, seeks a Process Operator to tend to crushing, grinding, leaching, cyanide detoxification, and carbon elution. You will monitor process parameters to safely meet daily gold production targets and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operating requirements.

You will operate, inspect, and monitor milling and refining equipment, keep accurate logs, and collaborate with colleagues to optimize ore recovery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• General background in milling and/or processing preferred.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong administrative, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work shifts; overtime, holidays, and weekends may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, and monitor crushing, processing, and refining equipment to maximize ore recovery.
• Perform mechanical tasks as needed within training and scope.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Conduct pre-shift equipment inspections.
• Communicate effectively with other operators to maintain operating strategies.
• Maintain written and DCS logs accurately.
• Assist in developing other department personnel.
• Demonstrate discretion and sound judgment in performance.
• Maintain punctuality and regular attendance.
• Meet or exceed performance expectations; follow safety and environmental policies.

Skills

Milling background

Process operations

Communication skills

Independent worker

Organizational skills

Safety compliance

Shift work

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Located approximately 26 miles from the City of Fairbanks, Fort Knox is a centre of excellence for the Company as one of the few cold weather heap leach facilities in the world. Fort Knox celebrated its 25-year anniversary in 2021, and has produced over 8.5 million ounces since it began operation. In 2020, Kinross acquired Manh Choh - a project expected to commence production in 2024 and process ore at Fort Knox.

Fort Knox prioritizes being a strong contributor to the State and local communities, and since 2001, has helped support more than 300 community partners and has contributed more than US$25 million to the Alaska Mental Health Trust.

Job Summary

Tend to process unit operations including crushing, grinding, leaching, cyanide detoxification, and carbon elution. Monitor process parameters for area of operation to ensure we are safely meeting our gold production targets. Must comply with all company safety regulations, operation requirements, and efficiency levels while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect Kinross' values.

Essential Functions

• Operates, inspects, and monitors crushing, processing, and refining equipment to achieve the highest possible ore recovery.
• Performs mechanical tasks when needed that are within the scope of training and skills.
• Responsible for keeping a clean work area.
• Responsible for pre-shift inspections, including of equipment.
• Communicate effectively with other operators in order to maintain continuity of operating strategies.
• Responsible for maintaining written and DCS logs in a precise and orderly manner.
• Estimated travel based on current job requirements is (0%).
• Helps develop other department personnel to perform duties listed above.
• Consistently exercises discretion and judgement in job performance.
• Punctuality and regular attendance is required.
• Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures, including, but not limited to, safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.
• Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the state.
• Work safely in all areas, identify potential safety hazards, and work with management to correct hazards.
• Work without significant risk of harm to self and others.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Employees must have sufficient education to read and write instructions, perform simple mathematical calculations, and keep records.
• General background in milling and/or processing preferred.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and also as a member of the management team.
• Demonstrates strong administrative, organizational, and problem solving skills.
• Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets.
• Must be available for shift work, overtime, holidays, and weekends.
• Progression through wage scale is contingent upon satisfactory completion of attached checklists.

Health, Safety and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.

Reporting Relationships

• Works under the direct supervision of the Mill Supervisor.

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).