Mineral Processing Technician

Intrepid Potash•Carlsbad, NM

5d•$34 - $49

About The Position

The Mineral Processing Technician supports safe, reliable production through accurate testing and process improvement. The role completes pilot and laboratory test programs and performs basic laboratory analyses, including measuring percent solids, insols, XRD, ICP, and organics. It also supports process optimization, small piping jobs, parts tracking, and audits of sampling stations for accuracy. The technician monitors equipment operating parameters such as speed, horsepower, and air rate; completes projects involving curing dryer gas consumption, water addition to the curing dryer, and lang breakage; and measures chemical usage for surface operations, warning when usage increases. The role generates process reports and calibrates plant instruments, including pH meters and Marcy scales. The position requires physical activity and the use of personal protective equipment as needed. The work may involve climbing stairs or ladders, working at heights, and strenuous activity. The company describes its work as supporting agriculture, animal feed, and industrial operations, and offers a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to accurately enter, review, and maintain lab records.
Strong attention to detail, organization, follow-up, and data accuracy.
Ability to communicate professionally with maintenance supervisors, planners, operations personnel, and other site staff.
Ability to prioritize daily tasks, meet reporting deadlines, and handle multiple requests in a fast-paced maintenance environment.
Good safety and attendance record.
Safety-conscious, self-motivated, dependable, and committed to accurate maintenance reporting and documentation.
Able to perform the listed physical activities, lift up to 50 lbs., and push and/or pull up to 50 lbs.
Able to climb stairs and/or ladders, potentially work at heights, perceive color differences, wear personal protective equipment as needed, and engage in strenuous physical activity.

Nice To Haves

Previous lab or maintenance support experience.

Responsibilities

Complete pilot and laboratory test programs to ensure quality.
Perform basic laboratory analysis, including measuring percent solids, insols, XRD, ICP, and organics.
Assist with process optimization.
Assist with small piping jobs and track parts.
Audit sampling stations for accuracy.
Monitor equipment operating parameters, including speed, horsepower, and air rate.
Complete projects involving curing dryer gas consumption, water addition to the curing dryer, and lang breakage.
Measure and monitor chemical usage for surface operations and provide warning if usage increases.
Generate process reports.
Calibrate plant instruments, including pH meters and Marcy scales.