Metallurgical Lab Technician

Metallurgical Lab Technician SSR Mining - 2.6 Cripple Creek, CO Job Details Full-time $28.98 - $44.56 an hour 6 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Data collection Respiratory protection Full Job Description Who Are We? SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with five producing assets located in the USA, Turkey, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA, Turkey, and Canada. SSR's commitment to safety, collaboration, and excellence allows us to continue building upon our already strong foundation. With an industry-leading pipeline of projects, strong financial positioning, and talented employees, we look forward to our bright future!

Job Description:

Reporting to the Metallurgical Lab Supervisor, the Metallurgical Lab Technician works a Super 7 straight days schedule and is responsible for supporting metallurgical operations through laboratory testing and analysis. This role performs test work on pad, plant, and lab samples, including column tests, bottle rolls, cyanide, caustic, and lime titrations, as well as particle size and carbon activity determinations. The technician also assists with sample collection and preparation, while ensuring accurate, precise data collection and thorough record keeping to support operational performance and decision-making. Day to

Day:

Work in a safe and efficient manner. Maintain a safe attitude and looks out for others. Participate in good housekeeping in all areas of the Metallurgy and Assay Labs and maintains a clean work environment in equipment and light vehicles. Perform daily work area inspections and Pre-op inspections of any light vehicle/equipment used. Perform column and bottle roll gold recovery tests. Perform wet chemistry checks commonly taken in the Metallurgy Lab, including cyanide titrations, pH measurements, caustic titrations and boiler water checks. Perform crushing/pulverizing of samples used for column or bottle roll testing. Perform carbon activity, attrition, PSD and ash tests. Dispose of all residues in a safe and prescribed manner. Perform all other duties as required Is This You?? Ability to effectively report all incidents and accidents to supervisor Must be able to wear appropriate PPE including but not limited to footwear, high visibility clothing, respirator, eye and hearing protection Can work safely with chemicals including lime, cyanide, caustic and acids Ability to work safely around mobile equipment Can describe issues with work area to aid operations and direct maintenance work Communicates with coworkers and supervisors in a professional and courteous manner Must meet respirator standards and use respirators when required Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Must be a self-starter and can complete work with little or no direct supervision. Willing to work weekends and holidays as scheduled. Ability to routinely lift 50 pounds.

Working Conditions & Environment:

Role is based at the Cripple Creek & Victor Mine, located in Teller County, Colorado. The Cripple Creek & Victor (CC&V) Mine site is located at elevations ranging from approximately 9,400 ft. to 10,600 ft. above sea level. Workers in this position are routinely exposed to conditions at various work sites throughout this range of elevations and must be physically capable of working at this altitude. Weather conditions can and do change frequently and can become severe at times. The summary provided is a basic outline of duties for the Metallurgical Lab Technician and is not all-inclusive. For applicants residing in CO, the hourly range offered for this overtime-eligible role is $28.98 to $44.56.

Benefits:

401(k); medical/dental/vision insurance; employee share purchase plan, PTO, and

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