Metallurgical Engineer jobs in Arizona

POSITION OVERVIEW

To analyze and improve metallurgical processing and laboratory techniques through technical testing, assaying and analysis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Understand and apply broad statistical process control to all analytical data generated.
• Troubleshoot analytical systems and equipment/instrumentation to minimize loss of productivity in the laboratory.
• Interface with samplers to insure prompt and accurate sample preparation.
• Work with multifunctional teams such SXEW Operations Department, the Mine, the Laboratory, and all other Silver Bell Departments to optimize safety, environmental compliance, production, costs, and quality in the laboratory.
• Ability to develop yearly CAPEX/OPEX budgets for new projects/and continuous process improvement
• Assembles data and prepares daily/week/monthly reports from operating information/environmental status/safety issues.
• Responsible for site metallurgical accounting and end of month variance explains to management
• Maintains awareness of competitive technology and new developments
• Metallurgical testing capability including, ore characterization, flowsheet development, technical laboratory analyses, process experimentation, equipment selection and sizing, materials comparison, troubleshooting and statistical analysis to improve existing processes as well as to reduce cost.
• Familiar with laboratory function and operation
• Acts as a back up for other SXEW metallurgical and laboratory staff.
• Responsible for executing, supporting, and enforcing the Company's Environmental, Health and Safety program as required by OIS policy, directives, and principles.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Must have excellent computer skills with MS Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook.
• Must have solid technical knowledge of mining, leaching, solvent extraction and electrowinning processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Must be able to manage time effectively and set priorities.
• Requires the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Must have valid driver’s license

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Materials, Chemical engineering or related field.
• At least 5 years of Related Experience required

A core value of ASARCO LLC is “Safety First.” The Company is committed to helping employees continuously improve their efforts to work in the most safe, inclusive, socially and environmentally responsible manner practicable. Employee safety and health, both on and off the job, are critically important to the Company. Therefore, ASARCO LLC requires employees to have and effectively demonstrate good working knowledge of modern safety systems. Each employee will take prime responsibility for ensuring that s/he works within all required safety procedures and processes.

ASARCO LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and pre-employment physical including a drug screen.

ASARCO LLC offers an excellent low-cost benefits package for medical/prescription/dental/ vision, disability coverage, life insurance and other optional coverage, and 401(k) plan with company match.