Lab Technician

Position Overview

The Lab Technician at McEwen Mining Inc.’s Gold Bar operation supports safe, efficient, and accurate laboratory operations at a remote Nevada gold mine. This hands-on role is essential to daily production and ensures that samples and analytical results are processed accurately and efficiently.

Working in a fast-paced laboratory environment, the Lab Technician performs sample preparation, analytical testing, equipment operation, and data entry, while maintaining strict adherence to safety, environmental, and operational standards. The role plays a key part in supporting mine operations by delivering reliable laboratory data used for production monitoring and metallurgical analysis.

• Sample Preparation & Analysis
• Prepare blasthole samples for assay and process cyanide samples according to laboratory schedules.
• Perform fire assays and assist with additional analytical testing as required.
• Receive, log, and process plant solution and carbon samples.
• Maintain accurate sample tracking and documentation within the laboratory system.
• Laboratory Operations
• Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment and analytical instruments.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and basic troubleshooting to ensure reliable performance.
• Maintain accurate records of production targets, schedules, and laboratory results.
• Data Management & Reporting
• Scan and log samples into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Create and manage sample jobs within the LIMS database.
• Complete routine administrative documentation and laboratory reporting tasks.
• Safety & Compliance
• Safely handle hazardous chemicals and reagents in accordance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard free laboratory environment.
• Participate in daily operational meetings and safety discussions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, and data quality.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a mining or commercial laboratory preferred.
• Experience with chemical handling and laboratory procedures preferred.
• Experience operating or troubleshooting AA (Atomic Absorption) and LECO instruments preferred.
• Proficiency with wet lab techniques, including pipetting, solution preparation, and dilutions.
• Basic math skills, including calculating dilution factors and solution concentrations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) or similar systems.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Skills & Attributes
• Strong organizational skills to manage high sample volumes efficiently.
• Ability to multitask and monitor multiple assays simultaneously.
• Strong problem solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Adaptability to change priorities in a production driven environment.

• This position operates in a remote, rural mining environment and requires working 1012 hour shifts, which may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays depending on operational needs.
• Extended periods of standing and walking.
• Frequent climbing of ladders and stairs.
• Moderate to heavy lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Repetitive motions including bending, kneeling, and stooping.
• Required use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including respirators for certain tasks.
• Potential exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and varying weather conditions.

• You are eligible to participate in the benefit programs offered by the Company. Enrollment in all insurance programs is not automatic; employees must complete the necessary forms and provide the required documentation within thirty (30) days of their hire date to be eligible for coverage.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Care Savings Accounts (FSA / HSA)
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan