Metallurgist

We are hiring a Metallurgist for our client at Gouverneur, NY.

Skills: Metallurgist, Mill Operations, Mill Maintenance, Production, Mining Operations, Metallurgical accounting.

Our client is seeking a professional to fill the role of Metallurgist at its underground Zinc operation. Located within a 2-hour drive of The Thousand Islands, Lake Ontario shoreline, the Adirondack Mountains, and world-class skiing at Lake Placid. Explore Canada with Montreal and Ottawa only 2-3 hours away.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the VP of Operations, the Metallurgist:

• Manages quality assurance/quality control for the assay lab and mill operations
• Monitors the process in the mill to maintain or increase production
• Works collaboratively with the Mine and Shaft Departments to maximize opportunities and minimize production interruptions in the mine
• Oversees mill maintenance planning
• Identifies and troubleshoots issues in the production process
• Provides technical assistance to mill operators, millwrights, and lab technicians
• Runs tests on new ore bodies and chemicals to get optimal recoveries
• Maintains chemical inventory and ordering
• Conducts metallurgical accounting and control of material inventories (concentrate storage, ore tanks, ore pad, etc.)
• Provides A/R Department with access to metallurgical data for their preparation of provisional invoices, assay exchange, and negotiation for final invoices
• Communicates concentration inventories and production schedules to Shipping Department daily/weekly to allow for efficient scheduling of outbound concentrate haulage
• Coordinates with Environmental Department regarding discharge water quality, flow, treatment, and TSF inspections.
• Maintains current knowledge of industry practice, innovation, and technological change
• Participates in budget planning for production operations and capital
• Manages the mill supervisor, millwright lead, laboratory technicians, and other mill personnel as needed
• Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to, safety, environmental, confidentiality, and code of conduct
• Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in job performance
• Works without risk or harm to self and others
• Punctuality and regular attendance required
• Helps develop other department personnel to perform duties listed above
• Utilizes XRF, AA, titrations, mill surveys, chemical addition, and process flows.
• Ensures all employees and contractors are working in a safe manner in line with mine site standard operating procedures and MSHA safety guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years' experience required
• Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills
• General understanding of mining operations, as well as a vast understanding of milling, flotation, and maintenance operations.
• Working knowledge and skill with P.C. utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, databases, and presentation software.
• Knowledge in processing modeling software is preferred.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive skills, and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Demonstrates strong administrative, organizational, and technical writing skills.
• Presently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Requires a valid driver's license.

MUST HAVE

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least 5 years' experience required.
• Experience in mill operations, mill maintenance, and production.
• General understanding of mining operations, as well as a vast understanding of milling, flotation, and maintenance operations.
• Working knowledge and skill with P.C. utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, databases, and presentation software.
• Requires a valid driver's license.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Competitive Salary Range between $90,000 - $120,000 per year contingent on experience and skills. 401K Retirement Plan including additional employer contribution of 5% of gross wages weekly. Excellus Medical plan with low employee contribution, FREE Vision, Dental, and Life Insurances. Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time Off.