Metallurgist
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Our client is seeking a Metallurgist for its underground Zinc operation. Located within 2-hour drive of The Thousand Islands, Lake Ontario shoreline, the Adirondack Mountains and world class skiing at Lake Placid.Responsibilities:Manages quality assurance/quality control for the assay lab and mill operationsMonitors the process in the mill to maintain or increase productionWork collaboratively with the Mine and Shaft Depts to maximize opportunities and minimize production interruptions in the mineOversees mill maintenance planningIdentify and troubleshooting issues in the production processProvide technical assistance to mill operators, millwrights, and lab techniciansRun tests on new ore bodies and chemicals to get optimal recoveriesMaintains chemical inventory and orderingMetallurgical accounting and control of material inventories (concentrate storage, ore tanks, ore pad, etc.)Provide A/R Dept with access to metallurgical data for their preparation of provisional invoices, assay exchange and negotiation for final invoicesCommunicate concentration inventories and production schedules to Shipping Dept daily/weekly to allow for efficient schedule of outbound concentrate haulageCoordinate with Environmental Dept regarding discharge water quality, flow, treatment and TSF inspections.Maintain current knowledge of industry practice, innovation and technological changeBudget planning for production operations and capitalManages the mill supervisor, millwright lead, laboratory technicians and other mill personnel as neededCompliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety, environmental, confidentiality and code of conductConsistently exercises discretion and judgment in job performanceWorks without risk or harm to self and othersPunctuality and regular attendance requiredHelp develop other department personnel to perform duties listed aboveXRF, AA, titrations, mill surveys, chemical addition and process flows.Ensure all employees and contractors are working in a safe manner in line with mine site standard operating procedures and MSHA safety guidelinesOther duties, as assigned.Qualifications:At least 5 years' experience requiredPossesses good communication and interpersonal skillsGeneral understanding of mining operations, as well 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 modelling 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.Demonstrate strong administrative, organizational and technical writing skills.Presently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.Requires valid driver's license.MUST HAVEBachelor's degree.At least 5 years' experience required.Experience in mill operations. mill maintenance and production.General understanding of mining operations, as well 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 valid driver's license.