Mineral Processing Technician

Intrepid Potash•Carlsbad, NM

About The Position

The Mineral Processing Technician supports safe, reliable production by completing pilot and laboratory test programs, performing basic laboratory analyses, and contributing to process optimization. The role includes measuring percent solids, insolubles, XRD, ICP, and organics; supporting small piping jobs and parts tracking; auditing sampling stations; monitoring equipment operating parameters; completing assigned process-improvement projects; monitoring chemical usage for surface operations; generating process reports; and calibrating plant instruments such as pH meters and Marcy scales. The successful candidate maintains accurate laboratory records and communicates professionally with maintenance supervisors, planners, operations personnel, and other site staff. This position requires prioritizing daily tasks, meeting reporting deadlines, and handling multiple requests in a fast-paced maintenance environment. The posting describes a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off and a physically active work environment that may include strenuous activity and work at heights.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to accurately enter, review, and maintain laboratory 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.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including lifting, pushing, and/or pulling up to 50 pounds; climbing stairs and/or ladders; potentially working at heights; and perceiving color differences.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment as needed and engage in strenuous physical activity.

Nice To Haves

Previous laboratory or maintenance support experience.

Responsibilities

Complete pilot and laboratory test programs to ensure quality.
Perform basic laboratory analyses, including measuring percent solids, insolubles, 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, including work related to curing dryer gas consumption, water addition to the curing dryer, and lang breakage.
Measure and monitor chemical usage for surface operations and provide warnings when usage increases.
Generate process reports.
Calibrate plant instruments, including pH meters and Marcy scales.
Enter, review, and maintain accurate laboratory records.