The Doe Run Company · 1 day ago
Metallurgist
Viburnum, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe Doe Run Company is a privately held natural resources company and one of the largest lead producers in the Western Hemisphere. They are currently seeking a Metallurgist to provide technical support for operations to maximize metal recovery while being mentored by a Senior Metallurgist.
MiningSustainabilityAgricultureEnvironmental EngineeringNatural ResourcesPrecious Metals
Responsibilities
Monitor and optimize process performance, including sampling procedures, on-stream analysis, size reduction, and reagent utilization
Coordinate collection, analysis, and distribution of technical data
Communicate processes, procedures, conditions, and status to departmental employees and other stakeholders
In collaboration with production staff, troubleshoot issues related to processing and provide technical support
Lead or participate in projects and complete reports as required
Complete tasks in a safe and environmentally compliant manner by following EHS (environmental, health and safety) policies, procedures, and best practices; support and assist peers in working in a safe, compliant manner; report unsafe acts or conditions, incidents, and deviations; and provide feedback to support continuous improvement in EHS performance
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
1 year of experience preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Metallurgical Engineering or related field
Valid driver's license
Proficient in computer skills and data analytics, including with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Proficient understanding of the material, mechanical, and energy balances (BRRD)
Monitor and optimize process performance, including sampling procedures, on-stream analysis, size reduction, and reagent utilization
Coordinate collection, analysis, and distribution of technical data
Communicate processes, procedures, conditions, and status to departmental employees and other stakeholders
In collaboration with production staff, troubleshoot issues related to processing and provide technical support
Lead or participate in projects and complete reports as required
Complete tasks in a safe and environmentally compliant manner by following EHS (environmental, health and safety) policies, procedures, and best practices; support and assist peers in working in a safe, compliant manner; report unsafe acts or conditions, incidents, and deviations; and provide feedback to support continuous improvement in EHS performance
Regularly uses a computer and phone
Frequently uses hand tools (powered and non-powered)
Occasionally uses personnel carriers and loading/hauling equipment
Rarely uses cutting/welding equipment
Regularly required to talk, hear, and walk
Frequently required to sit, stand, reach with hands or make a repetitive movement
Occasionally required to feel objects, grasp, push, stoop, kneel, climb, or balance
Requires clarity of vision at 20 feet or more, 20 inches or less, three-dimensional vision-ability to judge distance and space relationships, precise hand-eye coordination, ability to identify and distinguish colors
Requires concentrated attention
Occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds
Rarely required to lift up to 75 pounds
Preferred
1 year of experience preferred
Basic understanding of minerals processing unit operations, i.e. Crushing, grinding, flotation, filtration, and tailings disposal preferred (SEMO) or extractive i.e. Leaching, SX/EW, precipitation
A basic understanding of metallurgical pyro and hydro processes is preferred
A basic understanding of the environmental regulatory requirements is preferred
Benefits
Benefits that start day one, including insurance, paid time off, and discount programs.
Company
The Doe Run Company
Doe Run Company is a natural resources company and provider of lead, copper, and zinc concentrates.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.2MKey Investors
Missouri Department of Economic Development
2023-08-30Grant· $1.2M
Leadership Team
J
Jerry Pyatt
President and CEO
Brian Mangogna
VP Mining and Milling
Recent News
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