Technician X-Ray

Capstone Mining•Miami, AZ

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Technician X-Ray is responsible for the proper operation, calibration, reliability, and maintenance of the on-stream X-ray analyzer (OSA) at the mill. The position also performs mill shift sample collection, preparation, and submission for laboratory assay analysis. The role supports reliable process monitoring and metallurgical operations by maintaining analyzer systems and sample delivery equipment, responding to equipment or process deviations, and completing assigned sampling and metallurgical testing activities. The position works closely with Mill, Maintenance, Laboratory, and Metallurgy personnel.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum one year of experience in mill concentrator operations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Microsoft Outlook.
Valid Arizona Driver's License.
Ability to speak, comprehend, read, and write English.
Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with sampling and sample preparation.
SAP experience.
Basic programming and networking knowledge.
Experience working with process instrumentation, analyzers, or metallurgical laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

Work in compliance with Pinto Valley Mine and MSHA safety requirements, procedures, and standards.
Follow applicable Pinto Valley Mine standard operating procedures and ensure assigned work is performed safely and correctly.
Operate and calibrate the on-stream X-ray analyzer accurately and reliably to support process monitoring and maximize equipment availability.
Maintain the OSA and associated sample delivery systems, including multiplexers, sampling pots, and connected process streams.
Identify and respond to analyzer, sample delivery, and process-stream issues. Prioritize work to quickly address deviations that could affect analyzer reliability or process monitoring.
Collect and prepare mill shift samples and OSA calibration samples for laboratory assay analysis.
Safely perform assigned process measurements, including percent solids using a Marcy Scale, field reagent readings using graduated cylinders and stopwatches, pressure gauge readings, and similar metallurgical measurements.
Maintain accurate records of OSA spare parts, consumables, and required safety supplies. Report inventory requirements to the Metallurgist.
Document OSA issues and communicate equipment or process-stream concerns to the appropriate Metallurgy, Mill, and Maintenance personnel.
Perform special sample collection, surveys, field reagent readings, percent solids measurements, and minor metallurgical laboratory work as directed by the Metallurgist.
Work effectively with Mine, Processing, Crusher, Mill, Maintenance, Laboratory, and other departments as required.
Promote safe work practices when working with employees, contractors, equipment, and process systems.
Perform assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with Capstone's values of accountability, execution, results, and responsible work practices.