Mill Operator (Thompson Creek)

Centerra Gold; South Coffeyville (OK); On-site; USD 45,157 - 60,214; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Centerra Gold is hiring a Mill Operator for the Thompson Creek Mine in South Coffeyville, Oklahoma. The role involves operating various processing equipment and ensuring safe and efficient mill operations.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of mill circuits such as grinding and crushing, and a strong commitment to safety. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and a range of benefits, including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of high school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of various mill circuits including grinding and crushing.
• Process knowledge of crushers and flotation systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor primary crushing and grinding systems.
• Perform routine maintenance on milling equipment.
• Develop understanding of all mill circuits through training.

Skills

Knowledge of mill circuits

Basic mechanical aptitude

Ability to work safely

Teamwork and independence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Boost your knowledge and skills by joining an established organization
• Professional development within the organization
• Receive an hourly rate between $32.78 - $43.71, based on knowledge and experience, and plus top‑notch benefits

Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition in Asia, North America, and other markets worldwide.

Centerra’s vision is to build a team‑based culture of excellence that responsibly delivers sustainable value and growth. We are committed to the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations, promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct of our employees, officers, and directors.

About Thompson Creek Mine

The Thompson Creek Mine is a primary, surface molybdenum mine and mill located approximately 48 kilometers southwest of the town of Challis in Idaho’s Custer County.

In operations since 1983, the mine uses conventional open‑pit mining methods with large electric‑powered shovels that can each move up to 100,000 tons of waste rock and ore per day.

Thompson Creek Mine promotes a drug and alcohol‑free workplace and has adopted a zero‑tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.

About the Opportunity

We are looking for a Mill Operator to join our Thompson Creek team. The Mill Operator role is responsible for operating various processing equipment and maintaining efficient operations of the mill including crushing, grinding, flotation, and tailings in a safe and environmentally conscious manner supporting our Thompson Creek Mine site.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operate and monitor the primary crushing system, including the gyratory crusher and conveying circuits.
• Monitor and control the grinding circuit, including SAG and ball mills, pumps, and associated equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance, including lubrication of the crusher system and milling equipment.
• Maintain the operational integrity of all areas in the mill to achieve safety, environmental, quality, cost, and production targets.
• Develop an understanding of all mill circuits through training and experience.
• Perform any other responsibilities related to the Mill Operations role as required or as assigned by the Mill department.

About You

To qualify, the following skills and experiences are required:

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of a variety of mill circuits including grinding, crushing, tailings, etc. preferred.
• Process knowledge of crushers, ball mills, flotation, and tailings systems is an asset.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting agility.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a team environment as well as independently.
• Ability to work rotating schedules.
• Support zero‑incident safety culture and assume personal accountability for safe work practices in all projects, activities, and operations.

About the Benefits

As a valued member of Centerra Gold’s Thompson Creek Mine operation’s team, you can look forward to a competitive hourly rate. Centerra’s industry‑leading benefits include:

• PTO
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company incentive bonus
• Employee share purchase plan with company match
• Professional development within the organization

Please note, compensation and benefit packages vary depending on department or position.

If you have the relevant skills to bring success to our team, we invite you to apply today.

People First

Respecting the rights of our people, developing and promoting our talent, and creating an inclusive work environment that recognizes the diversity and the unique experiences of our employees is fundamental to our mandate.

Centerra Gold puts People First in every region we operate, by committing to nurture an inclusive culture that respects, values, and celebrates the global power of all perspectives. We welcome diverse backgrounds and experience at all our sites, and qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic characteristics, disability, or national or ethnic origin. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

To learn more about the industry‑leading financial, health, and wellbeing benefits of joining Centerra, visit our website.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Centerra Gold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected class status.