Warehouse Laborer

Kinross Gold Corporation; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation’s Fort Knox mine near Fairbanks, Alaska, seeks a Warehouse Associate to join the site operations team. The role involves receiving, storing, and issuing materials, operating forklifts, and maintaining orderly, safe work areas in a heavy equipment environment.

Candidates should have 2–3 years in warehouse/inventory, basic JDE/ERP and shipping knowledge, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-3 years of warehouse or inventory experience preferred.
• Experience with heavy equipment and material handling preferred.
• Basic knowledge of JDE or similar ERP system preferred.
• Basic knowledge of shipping and warehouse procedures preferred.
• Mining equipment and parts knowledge preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unpack, check, and store merchandise or materials.
• Operate forklift and other lift equipment.
• Process and fulfill requisitions and orders.
• Keep work area clean and safe following 5S standards.
• Maintain accurate inventory and shipping records.
• Work flexible shifts including overnights and weekends.
• Adhere to safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.
• Report safety hazards to management.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Inventory control

Heavy equipment handling

ERP knowledge

Shipping knowledge

Mining equipment knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team independence

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Tools

JDE ERP

Job description

Located approximately 26 miles from the City of Fairbanks, Fort Knox is a centre of excellence for the Company as one of the few cold weather heap leach facilities in the world. Fort Knox celebrated its 25-year anniversary in 2021, and has produced over 8.5 million ounces since it began operation. In 2020, Kinross acquired Manh Choh – a project expected to commence production in 2024 and process ore at Fort Knox.

Fort Knox prioritizes being a strong contributor to the State and local communities, and since 2001, has helped support more than 300 community partners and has contributed more than US$25 million to the Alaska Mental Health Trust.

Job Description

Working under general supervision, perform a variety of tasks; receive, unpack, check, and store merchandise or materials; operate lift equipment; fill requisitions and orders; pack, crate, and ship materials as needed; and keeping a clean and safe work environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for all tasks related to the receiving, issuing, and shipping of parts and materials.


• Perform various material handling duties at site.


• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.


• Remove strapping and open crates and containers.


• Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work area while following 5S Standards.


• Operate forklift routinely.


• 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 them.


• Work without significant risk of harm to self and others.


• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications And Skill Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Minimum of 2-3 years of warehouse or inventory control experience preferred; experience with heavy equipment with material handling and distribution preferred.


• Basic knowledge of JDE or similar ERP system is preferred.


• Basic knowledge of shipping in addition to warehouse procedures and regulations preferred.


• Previous knowledge of mining equipment and parts preferred.


• Candidates with a commitment to excellent customer service are encouraged to apply.


• Must have solid verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to analyze situations, make logical decisions, and choose best course of action.


• Thrives independently and contributes positivity to the team.


• Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets.


• Flexible availability for various shifts including shift work, overnights, over-time, holidays, and weekends.

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

This position reports directly to the Warehouse Supervisor

Legislative Requirements

US work permit required

Language Requirements

English

Travel Requirements

Travel not required, only exceptionally

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).