Laboratory - Technician

Marana, Arizona

Employer: Geotemps / Geopros
Industry: 
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Under the direction of the Chemist, responsible for generating routine assay data at a laboratory in support of exploration, mining, leaching, SXEW process, and cathode production.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Exhibit 100% dedication to safe work practices 100% of the time in the laboratory.
  • Help ensure environmental compliance in the Laboratory.
  • Be able to effectively multitask in a high-workload, fast-paced lab environment.
  • Plan and control analytical work to effectively utilize resources with minimum or no direction.
  • Effectively and efficiently manage and report data.
  • Organize, weigh, digest, dilute, and assay blast hole samples as required for total determination.
  • Identify parts, materials, supplies, and equipment required to ensure continuous operation.
  • Assist as directed with analysis of blast hole samples for sequential acid soluble/cyanide soluble copper determination.
  • Handle laboratory cleanup, and routine reagent preparation as needed/directed.
  • Maintain required training in environmental, and health/safety awareness.
  • Ensure all MSHA requirements are met and help review and update all laboratory safety procedures as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Technical knowledge of mining, leaching, solvent extraction, and electrowinning processes is highly desirable.
  • Competent in routine laboratory techniques and common laboratory equipment used for blast hole analysis, and aqueous SXEW sample analyses highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with common sample preparation techniques used in support of mining operations is highly desirable.
  • Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills with employees, other supervisors, and managers.
  • Must have excellent computer skills.
  • Must have a valid driver's license.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • AA Degree in Chemistry or Metallurgy or high school diploma with one-year minimum experience in a mining/production laboratory.
  • Experience with general laboratory techniques, MS Office, and data entry.
Created: 2024-09-05
Reference: 3U09av_L1hI
Country: United States
State: Arizona
City: Marana

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