SXEW Laborer

POSITION OVERVIEW

This is an entry-level position requiring the ability to perform physically demanding duties in a copper mining environment. The SXEW Laborer is expected to perform general laborer duties in the SXEW Department. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform housekeeping and shoveling.
• Wash floors with a hi-pressure water hose.
• Operate forklift.
• Operate overhead crane.
• Bundle copper cathodes.
• Correct and/or report any observed safety hazards and housekeeping issues. 
• Make adjustments to offsite pumping stations when needed.
• Handle and maintain stainless steel blanks and lead anodes.
• Complete equipment pre-operation inspections.
• Inspect fire extinguishers and eye wash stations for operability.
• Work safely and obey all established safety and health policies.
• Responsible for executing, supporting, and enforcing the Company's Environmental, Health and Safety program as required by OIS policy, directives, and principles.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Learn to buff and straighten stainless steel cathode blanks.
• Become proficient in the operation of the HDPE fusing machine.
• Become proficient in the operation of forklifts, overhead cranes and stripping machines.
• Become knowledgeable about SX, EW and leaching operations to be ready to qualify for promotions as vacancies occur.