About The Position

The Assay Lab Tech is responsible for the performance of the following duties in a safe and productive manner.

Requirements

Work in all conditions and environments, approximately 90% of job is indoors
Able to lift 35 lbs. on an occasional basis.
Able to walk up and down slopes and uneven ground
Able to bend and stoop multiple times a day
Follow all procedures and safety measures to assure safe production
Work as a team member and communicate openly with others
Be detailed-oriented, self-directed and able to take leadership role on many projects
Willing to stop work for safety concerns and always abide by safety best practices, policies and procedures
Respirator use is required
Valid vehicle driver’s license

Gathers samples from pit and crusher areas and transports samples to the laboratory
Dries and split ore samples
Run and maintain manual and auto pulverizer
Run and maintain lab crusher and deck screen
Weighs, completes size analysis, and moisture content analysis of samples
Assists with Sampler duties as needed, responsible for keeping sample numbers in order and prioritizing workload
Understand and follow procedure for handling chemicals and Safety Data Sheet’s
Follow safety procedures such as: Pit flagging, Emergency fire, lockout/tag-out, Mayday and Bad weather procedures
Communicate with other departments daily
Any other tasks as assigned