Mill Operator

HECLA MINING CO.; Mullan (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

HECLA MINING CO. in Mullan, ID seeks a Mill Operator to tend concentrator and batch plant operations. You will monitor grinding rock and ore processes, regulate material flow, and add reagents to reach production goals.

Responsibilities include equipment inspection, keeping logs, maintaining clean work areas, and coordinating daily plant workloads. Prior mining or mineral processing experience is preferred, with a high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must read/write instructions, perform simple math, and keep records.
• Prior mining/metallurgy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, and monitor crushing, processing and refining equipment.
• Perform mechanical tasks as trained and keep a clean work area.
• Conduct pre-shift inspections of equipment.
• Maintain accurate written logs of operations.
• Monitor tailings pond and report issues to management.
• Monitor water treatment facilities per Environmental objectives.
• Coordinate plant operations and monitor daily workload.

Skills

Forklift operation

Loader operation

Telehandler operation

Concrete mixer truck operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Mill Operator

Manual Labor Mullan, ID, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1790

SUMMARY

Tends one or more processes that grind rock and ore using chemical reagents and steel balls to achieve required material fineness. Monitors process control panels and regulates inflow/outflow of materials, adding reagents to ensure attainment of specified production goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Concentrator Operations

• 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 equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining written logs in a precise and orderly manner.
• Monitor tailings pond facilities and report any issues to management.
• Monitor water treatment plant facilities in a manner which meets overall Environmental Department objectives.

Concrete Batch Plant Operations

• Assist with all plant operations; coordinate and monitor daily work load throughout the plant; monitor plant cleanliness.
• Ensure that all products meet 100% total quality requirements; take samples and test as necessary; ensure all equipment is working properly; complete all required reports timely and accurately; inform proper personnel of any quality problems that need resolving.
• Ensure all equipment continually remain in safe and efficient operating condition; monitor all preventative and regular maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain adequate levels of all supplies and products.
• Maintain accurate and current reports as required.
• Must be able to repair the following items: v-belts, conveyors, air rams, water valves, aeration systems, augers, etc.
• Must be able to operate a forklift, loader, telehandler and a concrete mixer truck.
• Communicate with and receive directions from operations employees by radio/phone.
• Operate sand plant. Move controls on control board to control feeding, crushing, and sifting material in plant.
• Observe gauges, dials, and operate machinery to ensure conformance to processing specifications.
• Perform basic maintenance activities, including greasing and lubing plant components. Use hand tools and power tools to repair equipment.
• Perform housekeeping duties to ensure a clean and orderly work environment.
• Communicate with and receive directions from operations employees by radio/phone.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Employees must have sufficient education to read and write instructions, perform simple mathematical calculations, and keep records.
• Prior experience in mining, metallurgy, or mineral processing industry or similar relevant experience is preferred.