Mining Lab Assay Technician – QA & Data Reporting

Gunnison Copper (TSX: GCU | OTC: GCUMF); Dragoon (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Job summary

Gunnison Copper is hiring a Lab Assay Technician for Johnson Camp Mine / Gunnison Project in SE Arizona, between Benson and Willcox. Under the Laboratory Manager, you will perform routine analytical and physical tests on mining materials, research samples, and finished products, reporting results with data interpretations.

You will analyze samples from prep, mine, leach or plant, train assay technicians, and ensure QA/QC and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 0-4 years of experience in a laboratory environment.
• Proficient in math and basic chemistry, lab equipment, instrumentation and related processes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of lab equipment, lab protocols and techniques.
• Ability to troubleshoot bench test issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis for samples from prep, mine, leach or plant.
• Provide instruction and priorities to sample prep operators.
• Prepare and test reagents to meet QA/QC controls.
• Operate and calibrate lab equipment (balances, digestors, hoods, shakers, centrifuges).
• Train and develop assay technicians in lab duties.
• Perform daily determinations and assay reporting.
• Work safely per MSHA, identify hazards, and report unsafe conditions.
• Maintain good housekeeping and clean lab areas.
• Perform preventive maintenance to lab equipment.
• Support mine, leach and SX plant as requested.

Skills

Math proficiency

Chemistry basics

Lab equipment knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication

Team player

Analytical thinking

Education

BS in Chemistry, Engineering, Metallurgy, Geology or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Lab instrumentation

Atomic absorption / titration equipment

Job description

Gunnison Copper is hiring a Lab Assay Technician for Johnson Camp Mine / Gunnison Project in SE Arizona, between Benson and Willcox. Under the Laboratory Manager, you will perform routine analytical and physical tests on mining materials, research samples, and finished products, reporting results with data interpretations.

You will analyze samples from prep, mine, leach or plant, train assay technicians, and ensure QA/QC and safety standards.