Process Operator I

Golden Queen Mining Company•Mojave, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Merrill Crowe Process Operator plays a key role in supporting safe and efficient processing operations at the Soledad Mountain Project. This role is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Merrill-Crowe Recovery Plant and heap leach pad, including assisting in the refinery. The position requires monitoring and balancing solution flows, installing conveyance and distribution piping, and optimizing gold and silver recoveries. It also involves performing inspections, solution analyses, and minor equipment repairs. The role contributes to a zero-incident safety record and continuous improvement initiatives within the process department.

Requirements

Experience in heap leach and Merrill-Crowe operations.
Experience with operation and maintenance of processing equipment including but not limited to pumps, piping, clarifiers, and filter presses.
Experience in operation of forklifts and track dozer.
Good computer skills.
Experience in metallurgical and environmental procedures and quality controls.
Effective communication skills, solid interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
High work standards and a professional presence.
Results-oriented and a solid team member.
Able to drive projects forward with minimal supervision.
Valid driver license.

Nice To Haves

Experience in heap leach and Merrill-Crowe operations is preferred.
Experience operating mobile equipment, including forklifts and track dozers, is also desirable.

Responsibilities

Perform the day-to-day operation of the Merrill-Crowe Recovery Plant and heap leach pad, including assisting in the refinery.
Monitor and balance solution flows from the heap leach pad to the pump box and Merrill-Crowe Plant.
Install conveyance and distribution piping on the heap leach pad.
Level crushed ore and construct roads utilizing track dozer on the heap leach pad.
Insure proper solution distribution on the heap leach pad.
Monitor and optimize gold and silver recoveries using an AA analyzer and make appropriate changes as needed.
Perform inspections periodically throughout the shift of the entire heap leach facility to ensure solution containment.
Perform solution analyses for solution grade, CN concentration and pH periodically throughout the shift.
Perform minor equipment repairs as needed.
Perform the day-to-day operation of the water system.
Assists with training new process operators.
Assist with the development of methods and procedures.
Perform all work in a manner to achieve a zero level of incidents in the process department.
Participate in process department safety meetings.
Offer ideas and suggestions for continuous improvement of heap leach facility operations.
Additional duties as assigned.