Refining Assistant

The Refining Assistant supports the refining team in processing precious metal materials — including silver, gold, and other recoverable metals — into high-purity products. This role involves preparing materials, assisting with melting processes, using company databases or other computer systems to evaluate and track precious metals, maintaining equipment and work areas, and ensuring accurate documentation while following strict safety procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Receive, sort, weigh, and prepare precious metal materials for melting and refining.
• Break down scrap, remove contaminants, and stage materials for processing.
• Videotape inbound packages being opened.
• Use computer software (XRF scanners) to evaluate payout of packages.
• Label and track batches to maintain material accountability and chain of custody.
• Melt precious metals using induction equipment.
• Load furnaces, prepare crucibles, add fluxes, and monitor melt conditions.
• Pour molten metal into molds to produce bars, grain, or other forms.
• Clean crucibles, molds, and melting equipment after use.
• Enter weights, assay data, melt logs, and batch information into company database.
• Assist with calculating estimated values, lot balances, and material reconciliation.
• Move materials using carts into finished location.
• Maintain cleanliness of production and secure storage areas.
• Report equipment issues to the refiner or maintenance personnel.
• Follow procedures for handling acids, chemicals, and molten precious metals.
• Use required PPE and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
• Assist with proper waste handling and environmental compliance.
• Record weights, melt logs, assay data in company database.
• Regular attendance and compliance with the Company's handbook policies and procedures.

Work Location:

In person