SXEW Operator

Mill Operations Florence Copper, Arizona


Description

Position at Florence Copper

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Job Description

 

Job Title: SXEW Operator

Department: Operations

Reports to: Senior Supervisor

LocationFlorence AZ

 

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor & Control Operations:
    Oversee the entire SX (Solvent Extraction) and EW (Electrowinning) circuit, ensuring smooth operation of pumping systems, ponds, mixer-settlers, tanks, and rectifiers.
  • Adjust Process Parameters:
    Regularly test and fine-tune flow rates, chemical dosing, and pH levels to maintain optimal copper recovery and current efficiency.
  • Tankhouse Operations:
    Maintain cathode quality by ensuring smooth operation of the plant, cell maintenance, and conducting cathode harvesting with care and precision.
  • Safety & Environmental Stewardship:
    Always follow site safety protocols and environmental regulations. Participate in routine safety checks, audits, and risk assessments.
  • Data Logging & Reporting:
    Accurately document process data, production volumes, and shift reports. Report anomalies and assist in troubleshooting.
  • Routine Maintenance Support:
    Assist maintenance teams with basic troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
  • Chemical Handling:
    Safely handle reagents such as extractants, diluents, acids, and flocculants. Ensure proper labeling, storage, and usage.

 

What We’re Looking For

  • Prior experience in hydrometallurgical processing, preferably in an SXEW operation.
  • Strong understanding of solvent extraction chemistry and electrowinning fundamentals.
  • Ability to read P&IDs, follow SOPs, and respond to DCS/HMI control changes.
  • Mechanically inclined with good troubleshooting instincts.
  • Comfortable working in outdoor and plant environments with PPE.
  • Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail and process discipline.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical certification in process technology or metallurgy is a plus.
  • 2+ years in mining, chemical processing, or industrial plant operations.
  • Familiarity with copper mining and in-situ recovery (ISR) is a bonus.

 

Work Conditions

  • 12-hour rotating shifts (day/night)
  • Outdoor exposure to heat, acid mist, and chemical environments
  • Physically demanding: walking, lifting, standing for long periods

Why Join Us?

we don’t just produce copper—we engineer the future. You’ll join a tight-knit team where innovation meets tradition, and every shift is a chance to make a difference. We invest in safety, growth, and your professional development.

Be part of something bigger. Help power the world, one cathode at a time.

Apply now to become a core part of our copper production team!