EW Plant Operator

EW Operator
Location: Johnson Camp Mine / Gunnison Project – Southeastern Arizona
Company: Gunnison Copper (formerly Excelsior Mining)

Position Summary:
The EW Operator I supports the electro-winning (EW) process of copper production. This hands-on role includes operating and maintaining EW process equipment, harvesting copper cathodes, and performing cell and equipment maintenance to ensure safe and efficient production.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate and monitor equipment used in the EW process

Harvest copper cathodes and conduct quality inspections

Perform EW cell maintenance: draining, leak repair, cleaning, replacing sheets and boards

Operate equipment like cathode press, rigidizer, and loop slitter

Assist in starter sheet fabrication

Prepare copper cathodes for shipping (weighing, banding, loading)

Collect and analyze plant samples

Operate mobile equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes

Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in assigned areas

Support maintenance teams with repairs as needed

Minimum Requirements:

2- 4+ years experience in an industrial setting (construction, operations, manufacturing, etc).

Ability to safely perform physically demanding tasks

Willingness to work in outdoor, industrial environments

Flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED

Familiarity with EW or chemical processing equipment

Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills