Metallurgy Technician

Coeur Mining•Juneau, AK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Metallurgy Technician will report to the Senior Metallurgist and is responsible for performing metallurgical laboratory testing and provide technical support to the Metallurgy and Process Departments. Responsibilities include conducting test work, preparing production-related data and reports, and assisting with process monitoring and troubleshooting activities to support production objectives. The schedule for this position is 14 days on at the remote mine site located about 45-miles north of Juneau, accessible only through company transportation, and 14 days off, or the schedule for this position can be if residing in Juneau ; 4 days on at the remote mine site located about 45-miles north of Juneau, accessible only through company transportation, and 3 days off.

Requirements

Ability to work safely and promote safe behavior in others.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a team-oriented mindset – being respectful, reliable, and easy to work with is just as important as technical skills.
Willingness to assist others, adapt to changing conditions, and proactively solve problems in a dynamic and inclusive work environment.
Excellent safety, attendance, and work records.
Ability to learn and follow standard operating procedures for sampling, sample preparation, and laboratory testing.
Ability to accurately record data and observations in logs, spreadsheets, or databases.
Basic computer skills, including familiarity with spreadsheets and reporting tools.
Ability to work in laboratory and process plant environments with exposure to noise, dust, heat, moisture, and chemicals.
Willingness to comply with all site safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and communicate clearly (verbally and in writing) with all mine site personnel.
Sets high standards for self and others, builds trust, and takes accountability.
(Note: Prior laboratory, industrial, or technical experience is not required for entry-level candidates.)

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or technical diploma in Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related technical field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
1+ years of experience in a laboratory, mineral processing, industrial, or technical environment (internship or cooperative education experience acceptable).
Hands-on experience with metallurgical testing such as flotation, leaching, thickening, settling, or grind size analysis.
Experience operating and performing routine maintenance on laboratory or pilot-scale equipment (e.g., flotation cells, mills, pumps, balances, ovens).
Familiarity with metallurgical data analysis, mass balances, and basic process troubleshooting.
Experience supporting plant trials, test work programs, or commissioning activities.
Preference given to Alaska residents.

Responsibilities

Stop work for safety concerns, and abide by safety best practices, policies and procedures.
Collect, prepare, and analyze process, ore, and metallurgical samples, including crushing, grinding, splitting, filtering, and drying activities.
Conduct routine metallurgical tests such as flotation, thickening, settling, and grind size analyses in accordance with established procedures and test protocols.
Monitor, record, and compile metallurgical performance data (e.g., recoveries, grades, reagent usage, mass balances) and report deviations or abnormalities to Metallurgists or senior technical staff.
Assist in plant trials, test work programs, and commissioning activities, including equipment setup, sampling, and data collection.
Perform basic troubleshooting of metallurgical processes and laboratory equipment under the guidance of senior technical staff.
Operate laboratory and pilot-scale equipment such as flotation cells, grinders, pumps, balances, ovens, and analytical instruments.
Perform routine inspections, cleaning, calibration checks, and minor maintenance of laboratory and pilot-scale equipment.
Safely handle reagents, chemicals, and samples in compliance with SDS/MSDS requirements and site safety procedures.
Prepare routine reports, charts, and summaries to support metallurgical analysis and process optimization efforts.
Comply with all site safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements at all times.
Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Identify and promptly report unsafe conditions, process upsets, or environmental concerns.
Participate in safety meetings, training, and hazard assessments.
Communicate effectively with Metallurgists, Engineers, Operators, and Supervisors regarding test results, observations, and process conditions.
Perform other duties as assigned