Powder Technician
- Employer
- Sibanye Stillwater Mining Company
- Location
- Nye, Montana, United States
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2022
- Closes
- Oct 26, 2022
- Ref
- 2312056
- Category
- Technicians
- Work Term
- Permanent
- Work Load
- Full Time
- Language
- English
Powder Technician
Location: Stillwater Mine - Nye, MT
Position Purpose and Summary: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: working independently; keeping accurate, daily inventories (both handwritten and through computer entry) of all explosive products used in underground main and auxiliary magazines; analyzing and investigating any discrepancies in inventories (in person, by phone, and in written form); rectifying discrepancies; reporting discrepancies to various levels of management; meeting compliance requirements for Stillwater Mining Company standards as well as applicable government regulations; mine data entry and tracking; assisting Mine Operators personnel as required.
Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills/Experience Required:
Location: Stillwater Mine - Nye, MT
Position Purpose and Summary: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: working independently; keeping accurate, daily inventories (both handwritten and through computer entry) of all explosive products used in underground main and auxiliary magazines; analyzing and investigating any discrepancies in inventories (in person, by phone, and in written form); rectifying discrepancies; reporting discrepancies to various levels of management; meeting compliance requirements for Stillwater Mining Company standards as well as applicable government regulations; mine data entry and tracking; assisting Mine Operators personnel as required.
Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills/Experience Required:
- Proven ability to comprehend and apply basic math skills.
- Exceptional planning organizing and analytical skills, detail oriented, versatile.
- Strong level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel).
- Proven interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks independently and with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work in an underground environment.
- Can safely operate transportation equipment on rough roads and for extended periods.
- Ability to walk for long distances (up to 2 miles) on rough surfaces while wearing required PPE.
- Ability to climb steep inclines 20%+ and/or ladders while wearing required PPE.
- Must be able to attain and maintain ATF clearance to handle explosives.
- Flexibility to work rotating shift schedule as required.
- High school diploma or equivalent and 2 or more years experience in an underground mine; OR five or more years experience in an underground mine.