Chemist - Assay Lab at KGHM, International Ltd

Ely, Nevada, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Analytical Methods, Assay Procedures, Laboratory Skills, Training, Control Charting, Quality Data Reports, SOP Management, Problem Analysis, Troubleshooting, Wet Chemistry, Instrumental Chemical Analyses, Computer Knowledge, Team Environment, Self-Starter, Safe Work Procedures

Industry

mining

Description

JOB TITLE: Chemist – Assay Lab DEPARTMENT: Assay Lab LOCATION: Robinson Mine - Ruth, NV PAY GRADE: N/A POSITION REPORTS TO: Assay Lab Supervisor ROTATING SHIFT: Weekday days EXEMPT ☐ NONEXEMPT ☒ Purpose & Scope of The Position: Responsible for continued development and improvement of analytical methods and assay procedures in the Assay Laboratory. The Chemist position is a hands-on role that combines laboratory experience and expertise with laboratory information and quality reports. Job Duties & Responsibilities: Strong knowledge of basic laboratory skills and practices. Develop and improve analytical methods and assay processes for Assay Laboratory analysis. Ability to train others in new and existing methods. Perform control charting and write monthly quality data reports for corporate team. Manage routine outside comparative samples and data. Write and update SOPs, manage laboratory SOP system. Prepare and prioritize standards used in Assay Laboratory. Ability to analyze problems, prioritize issues and develop timely and cost-effective solutions within a laboratory setting. Troubleshoot analytical equipment including AAs, diluters, pH meters, fluoride meters, titrators, LECOs, balances, and others as necessary. Review analytical data when needed. Experience interpreting results from wet chemistry and instrumental chemical analyses. Knowledge of computers, strong familiarity with Word, Excel, LIMS System and spreadsheets. Ability to work in a dynamic team environment with ever-changing conditions. Must be a self-starter and be able to handle multiple tasks with minimal supervision. Follow safe work procedures and best practices. Willingness to perform other duties as necessary to ensure the success of KGHM. Required Education, Work Experience & Training: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or closely related chemical science. Minimum of three (3) years in a laboratory setting preferably an analytical metallurgical laboratory. A valid Driver’s License. Preferred Education, Work Experience & Training: Master’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or closely related chemical science. Five (5) years in a laboratory setting, preferably an analytical metallurgical laboratory. QC operations experience desired. Technical Skills: Special equipment and computer knowledge required. Travel Requirements: N/A Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A Additional Requirements: Successful completion of a pre-employment physical, including drug and alcohol testing. Ability to meet the required physical demands, including exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25-50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10-20 pounds of force constantly.

Responsibilities

The Chemist is responsible for the development and improvement of analytical methods and assay procedures in the Assay Laboratory. This hands-on role requires expertise in laboratory practices and the ability to manage quality reports and training.