Turquoise Ridge - Refinery Operator

Careermine; Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k with company match

Paid time off

Company clinics

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines in Winnemucca, NV is seeking a Refinery Operator to ensure safe, efficient operation of processing circuits and equipment across grinding, leaching, electrowinning and related systems. You will monitor parameters, adjust controls and maintain accurate records while following environmental and safety procedures.

The role requires rotating shifts including nights, good teamwork, strong problem solving, and proficiency with Word and Excel.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated initiative, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn. Ability to follow directions. Proven safety and attendance record required.
• Understanding of computer applications such as Word and Excel; written and verbal procedures.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision required.
• Ability to communicate and effectively work with a variety of individuals (i.e., operations, Maintenance, Metallurgist and Lab) required.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of this job required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Follow procedures that utilize equipment and instruments critical to monitoring process performance.
• Understand and comply with environmental permit limits.
• Maintain accurate records for metallurgical accounting and process control.
• Operate production machinery and equipment to maximize production.
• Open and/or secure vault
• Prepare gold bullion for shipment
• Collect samples for metallurgical accounting and process control.
• Operate listed equipment (Electrowinning, retorts, furnaces, carbon filters, zinc circuit, slag handling).
• Attach lockout devices to electrical equipment during maintenance.
• Identify preventative maintenance needs.
• Complete operator reports and time entry accurately.
• Work on weekends and holidays as needed.
• Respond to emergencies that could cause injury or loss of production.
• Communicate daily operations with refinery supervisor.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Computer skills (Word, Excel)

Independent work

Communication

Tools

Overhead cranes

Valves & gauges

Job description

Position Description:

Are you a professional with a background in Process Operations and would like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have a position open for you!

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Refinery Operator at our Turquoise Ridge operations. The successful candidate will ensure safe and efficient operation of various processing circuits/equipment including but not limited to: grinding circuits (wet/dry), crushing circuits ( jaw/gyro/cone), carbon-in-leach, resin-in-leach, elution (carbon/resin), autoclaves, roasters, thickeners, boilers, water treatment systems, off gas/gas handling, reagent handling, electrowinning, retort/induction furnaces, solution balance, sample collection, data recording, retrieval of sample data, proper handling of potentially hazardous chemicals, monitoring/controlling water and slurry flows, reagent addition, checking conveyors, pumps, valves, piping and other equipment, making calculations and adjustments as needed to maintain operating parameters within limits. Inspect and check all other components of operating systems and equipment regularly.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Follow procedures that utilize equipment and instruments critical to monitoring process performance.
• Understand and comply with environmental permit limits.
• Maintain accurate records for metallurgical accounting and process control.
• Operate production machinery and equipment such as overhead cranes, valves, and gauges for the purpose of maximizing production.
• Open and/or secure vault
• Prepare gold bullion for shipment
• Collect samples for metallurgical accounting and process control.
• Operate the following: Electrowinning cells, Mercury retort furnaces, Smelting furnaces, Carbon filters, Zinc precipitation circuit, Slag handling circuit.
• Attach lockout devices (following company procedure) to electrical equipment during maintenance.
• Identify preventative maintenance needs, preventing loss to property and process.
• Complete operator reports and time entry accurately.
• Work as needed on weekends and holidays.
• Respond to emergencies that could cause injury or loss of production.
• Communicate daily operations with refinery supervisor.
• Maintain accurate records of required process variables.
• The ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days is an essential function of this role.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated initiative, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn. Ability to follow directions. Proven safety and attendance record required.
• Understanding of computer applications such as Word and Excel. written and verbal procedures.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision required
• Ability to communicate and effectively work with a variety of individuals (i.e., operations, Maintenance, Metallurgist and Lab) required
• Ability to perform the essential functions of this job required

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Job Identification 241725

Posting Date 2026-09-11

Job Schedule Full time

Job Category Processing

Locations Winnemucca, NV, United States