Mill Operator

Kinross Gold Corporation; Fairbanks (AK); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation in Fairbanks, AK seeks a Mill Operator to tend crushing, grinding, leaching and related processes. You will monitor equipment, record logs, and ensure safety and efficiency while meeting production targets.

The role requires attention to process details, good teamwork, and willingness to work shifts, including overtime and weekends. Valid driver's license and basic math literacy are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; ability to read/write instructions and perform simple calculations.
• General background in milling/processing preferred.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills; interact effectively with all levels.
• Self-starter who works independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with shifting and adapting to production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, and monitor crushing, processing, and refining equipment.
• Perform basic mechanical tasks as trained and needed.
• Maintain a clean work area and complete pre-shift inspections.
• Record written and DCS logs precisely and orderly.
• Communicate with other operators to coordinate operating strategies.
• Support development of other department personnel.
• Follow safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.

Skills

High school diploma

Milling/processing background

Strong verbal and written

Self-starter

Independent & team player

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.