Lead Core Handler

Rio Tinto•Superior, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Lead Core Handler to conduct logistical planning and operations of the core processing department. Ensure various tasks are completed including drill core retrieval, cutting and boxing core, warehousing of sampled drill core, sampling and sample shipments. Receive sample returns, process and inventory then warehouse for long term storage and additional testing. Assist in the development and training of Core Handlers and assist with Health, Safety, and Environment compliance in the department. The Lead Core Handler will assist drill operations supervisors with field visits and safety talks when needed and will be the Geology Operations Superintendent’s representative when that position is off site. This role is a great opportunity to be part of the Resource Evaluation team where detailed data collection is conducted to interpret and define the structural geology, mineralization, and alteration characteristics of the deposit. Daily activities require frequent interaction with the core handling, drilling operations, resource modeling teams, and contractors.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Professional and practical communications skills
Experience supervising employees

Responsibilities

Provides supervision for core handling
Assist managing the CPF warehouse storage and inventory
Understanding of drill core scanning procedures
Responsible for cutting core and boxing core
Work closely with the Senior Geologist Sampling and Quality Control in sample planning
Ensures sample supplies are on hand and prepped correctly
Samples intervals in order and secures in sample bag with proper identification
Assist in coordinating of sample shipments
Processes and catalogues sample returns from laboratories
Prioritizes and coordinates drill core to be cut in saw room
Assist drill supervision at drill sites
Deliver competency-based trainer on department tasks and equipment
Provide leadership to build and maintain a safe workplace culture

Benefits

A safety-focused and inclusive working environment
Advantageous salary package with annual cash incentive awards (STIP) for eligible employees
Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits.
Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program
Generous Rio Tinto employee share program, which allows you to purchase Rio Tinto Company shares.
Comprehensive leave policies which cover all moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.
A favorable child-caregiver leave program (Up to 100% salary top-up)
Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing
Ongoing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family; to help in addressing educational opportunities, addiction treatment, depression, stress, domestic issues, financial management, and legal concerns.
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