Job Description

Job Title: Assay Lab Technician

Department: Technical Services

Reports to: Senior Chemist

Location: Florence AZ

Job Summary:

The Assay Lab Technician is responsible for daily analysis of production process solutions, ore, and copper cathode samples using analytical instrumentation and techniques. This position ensures compliance with all quality and regulatory standards to maintain safe and accurate reporting of results to laboratory clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Analytical Testing & Quality Control

• Perform chemical and instrumental analysis of solutions, ore samples, copper cathode, and process-related samples.

• Utilize techniques such as ICP-OES, ICP-MS, XRF, AAS, titration, and wet chemistry to determine metal concentrations and other properties.
• Perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Adhere to all ISO, ASTM, EPA, and other regulatory and industry standards.
• Assist with maintaining laboratory inventory to minimize equipment and process downtime. 

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Manage sample workflows in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) from receipt to reporting.

• Ensure all production assay reports are validated and released within the required timeframe. 
• Ensure proper documentation and traceability of all analytical work.
• Assist with data compilation for review by senior laboratory staff.

Minimum Qualifications & Education:

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• One year lab experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in science.
• Additional experience in a lab or mining setting (chemical handling, sampling, analysis, data logging) experience.

Work Environment:

• Laboratory and field-based work in an industrial setting.
• Rotating schedule according to productions needs
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals, high-temperature processes, and industrial equipment.
• Adherence to strict safety protocols and use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as required by the Florence Copper Safety Program.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 lbs.