Metallurgist

We are Doe Run – a natural resource company sustainably managing the minerals in our care.

Based in St. Louis, Missouri, The Doe Run Company is a privately held natural resources company and one of the largest lead producers in the Western Hemisphere. Dedicated to environmentally responsible mineral and metal production, Doe Run has facilities in Missouri, Washington and Arizona and operates one of the world's largest, single-site lead recycling facilities, located in Boss, MO.  Using innovative mining techniques, Doe Run skillfully taps one of the largest lead deposits in the world. As stewards of the mineral resources in our care, we strive to provide premium services and products to people who share our belief in enhancing the quality of life. You may view our sustainability report located at http://sustainability.doerun.com/. 

We Offer: 

• Competitive base pay plus opportunities for bonus pay. 
• Benefits that start day one, including insurance, paid time off, and discount programs. 
• Career growth opportunities plus training and education assistance. 

The Doe Run Company is currently seeking a Metallurgist to provide technical support for the operations to maximize metal recovery while being mentored and guided by a Senior Metallurgist. The position is located at our Exploration/R&D division in Viburnum, MO.  

Title/Level (I, II, III, or Sr.) and Salary are dependent upon education & experience.

Education & Experience:

• 1 year of experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgical Engineering or related field.
• Valid driver's license

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient in computer skills and data analytics, including with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• 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.

• Proficient understanding of the material, mechanical, and energy balances (BRRD).

• A basic understanding of the environmental regulatory requirements is preferred.

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.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• 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.
•  SEMO: Regularly required to work in outdoor weather conditions, wear PPE including but not limited to a respirator, eye protection, hearing protection, and foot protection. Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. Occasionally required to work in confined spaces, wet, humid conditions (non-weather), vibration, work at heights of 4’ or more with fall protection, and work with fall protection. Exposed to loud noise. BRRD: Regularly required to work in outdoor weather conditions, wear PPE including but not limited to a respirator, eye protection, hearing protection, and foot protection. Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. Frequently required to work in extreme heat (non-weather); Occasionally required to work in confined spaces, wet, humid conditions (non-weather), vibration, working at heights of 4’ or more with fall protection. Occasionally exposed to loud noise.
• 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. Rarely required to drive and move up and down. 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.

Doe Run is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veterans.