Location
Kellogg, Idaho, United States
Posted
June 15, 2026
Job Description
Position Overview
The Processing Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring equipment in the crushing, grinding, floatation, and dewatering / filtration circuits to ensure efficient processing of ore and production of high-quality concentrates with a strong focus on safety, operational excellence, and teamwork.
Duties & Responsibilities
The Processing Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring equipment in the crushing, grinding, floatation, and dewatering / filtration circuits to ensure efficient processing of ore and production of high-quality concentrates with a strong focus on safety, operational excellence, and teamwork.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor crushing equipment (e.g., jaw crushers, cone crushers) to reduce ore to required sizes.
- Manage grinding circuits (e.g., ball mills, rod mills) to achieve optimal particle size for floatation.
- Oversee flotation cells to separate lead and zinc minerals from waste rock, adjusting reagents and parameters as needed.
- Operate dewatering and filtration systems (e.g., thickeners, filters) to produce concentrate and manage tailings.
- Perform routine inspections of equipment, identifying and reporting maintenance needs or ...