X-Ray Technician II

POSITION PURPOSE

Responsible for (including but not limited to) ensuring proper operations and CALIBRATION of the On-stream analyzer (X-Ray) and Mill Shift Samples collection, preparation, and submission for assay analysis at the laboratory. Responsibilities also include ensuring PROPER and RELIABLE maintenance of the X-Ray analyzers. Also, may be instructed by Metallurgist on occasion some special sample collection such as surveys and field reagent readings, % solids readings and minor Metallurgical Laboratory work.

REPORTING TO:

Metallurgist and Metallurgy and Met Lab Superintendent

COLLABORATING WITH

(Key departments, External Groups):

Internal:

External:

PEOPLE REPORTING TO THIS POSITION

(Name of Position):

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POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure all employees are working in compliance with all Pinto Valley Mine and MSHA safety guidelines and procedures.
• Ensure all employees and contractors are working in compliance with all Pinto Valley Mine standard operating procedures.
• Ensure that all employees and contractors are certified to execute the tasks/jobs they are assigned (as necessary).
• Ensure proper operation and CALIBRATION of On-stream analyzer (OSA), accurately, reliably, and improved availability.
• Ensure that the OSA is well maintained and its sample delivery system (multiplexer, sampling pots, etc.) are working and all process streams connected are accurate and reliable.
• Ensure spare parts and consumable supplies of the OSA as well as X-ray Team’s safety supplies are properly documented and maintained. Reports these inventories to Metallurgist.
• Collect and prepare mill shift samples and calibration samples for the On-stream Analyzer.
• Prioritize workloads to ensure operational ability to quickly address deviations.
• Properly and safely apply methods and utilize various mill instrumentation such as Marcy Scale (% Solids), Field Reagent Readings (Graduated cylinder and stopwatch), pressure gauge readings, etc.
• Document and communicate effectively with team and concerned mill personnel any issues with the OSA as well as the process streams being monitored by the OSA.
• Promote a safe work culture for employees and contractors.
• Behave in a way that demonstrates support of Capstone’s Vision and Values: Always Accountable, Execute with Excellence, Deliver Results and Work Responsibly.
• Responsible for but not limited to all tasks/duties assigned or required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge

• SAP experience.
• One year or more of experience in Mill Concentrator Operations.
• One year or more of experience in sampling and sample preparation would be ideal but not necessarily a requirement.
• Computer literate and minor programming/networking skills is a plus.

Key Competencies / Skills

• High School diploma or GED.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able and willing to work rotating shifts.
• Valid Arizona Driver's License.
• Able to speak, comprehend, read, and write English.

WORK ENVIRONMENT