Experience or training in metallurgy, minerals processing, or a related laboratory field.
Demonstrated ability to perform quality control activities in a laboratory or industrial setting.
Ability to work effectively in a laboratory environment handling rock, slurry, and process samples.
High school diploma or GED.
Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely and repeatedly as needed.
Ability to climb stairs and work at various heights as required by field and plant activities.
Ability to hear, with or without correction, to safely perform duties in lab and plant environments.
Ability to read, write, and understand basic English to follow procedures and document results.
Ability to wear and properly use standard safety equipment, including personal protective equipment.
Prior experience working in a metallurgical, minerals, or industrial laboratory environment.
Familiarity with sampling, washing, sizing, density testing, and moisture analysis of mineral samples.
Experience with flotation processes, including adding and handling chemicals used for separation.
Comfort working with both manual tools (such as shovels) and lab or plant processing equipment.
Follow established safety procedures and wear standard safety equipment while working in lab and plant environments.
