Process Operator

Bunker Hill Mining Corporation•Kellogg, ID

About The Position

The Processing Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring equipment in the crushing, grinding, floatation, and dewatering / filtration circuits to ensure efficient processing of ore and production of high-quality concentrates with a strong focus on safety, operational excellence, and teamwork.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; technical training in mineral processing or related field preferred.
Process operating experience, preferably in a mining/mineral processing environment.
Valid driver's license and ability to operate equipment safely.
Basic computer skills and ability to use computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to generate work requests.
Proven history of safety leadership for both self and team members.
Ability to read and interpret process flow diagrams and control panel readouts.
Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
Focus on workplace safety and knowledge of hazard identification/mitigation.
Quality communication skills and ability to successfully interact with a wide variety of departments and roles.
Teamwork focused attitude and ability play a part in overall business success.
Attention to quality of work; minimize rework and deliver safe and reliable operational performance.
Strong time management skills with ability to pace own work unsupervised and readjust priorities as needed.
Move head and neck repeatedly and ability to turn head 90 degrees while operating equipment.
Ability to stand, walk, reach, and/or sit for extended periods of time.
Lifting up to 50 pounds.
Depth perception and peripheral vision.
Hear, see and smell various types of warnings.
Wear required protective equipment.
Perform duties under extreme temperature and weather conditions.
Ability to work extended work shifts as required.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor crushing equipment (e.g., jaw crushers, cone crushers) to reduce ore to required sizes.
Manage grinding circuits (e.g., ball mills, rod mills) to achieve optimal particle size for floatation.
Oversee flotation cells to separate lead and zinc minerals from waste rock, adjusting reagents and parameters as needed.
Operate dewatering and filtration systems (e.g., thickeners, filters) to produce concentrate and manage tailings.
Perform routine inspections of equipment, identifying and reporting maintenance needs or operational issues.
Monitor process parameters (e.g., feed rates, pulp density, pH) and make adjustments to maintain efficiency and product quality.
Operate mobile equipment: forklifts, light duty vehicles, bucket trucks, high-lift trucks, bridge cranes, hoists, basic and advanced rigging as needed.
Use various hand and/or power tools for material handling, clean-up activities, assembling, joining and installing pipes, valves, and fittings, and perform basic machine maintenance.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and operational procedures.
Record operational data and assist in troubleshooting process inefficiencies.
Collaborate with maintenance and metallurgical teams to support plant performance and uptime.
Execute the planned and scheduled operational activities for all Process Equipment, Unit Processes, and Facilities.
Accountable participation in developing and updating all operational strategies for Process assets and facilities while emphasizing the principles of Reliability Centered Maintenance and operational best practices.