What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cortez - Warehouse Technician position at Nevada Gold Mines?
Position Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an entry-level opportunity for you!
Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Warehouse Technician at our Cortez Warehouse. The successful candidate will work directly with the Warehouse team in daily practices such as counting, verifying, and inspecting freight against documentation and loading freight by forklift and other machinery; paying attention to detail and the ability to be precise and accurate are essential!
At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.
Responsibilities
Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.
Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".
About The Team
Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an entry-level opportunity for you!
Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Warehouse Technician at our Cortez Warehouse. The successful candidate will work directly with the Warehouse team in daily practices such as counting, verifying, and inspecting freight against documentation and loading freight by forklift and other machinery; paying attention to detail and the ability to be precise and accurate are essential!
At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.
Responsibilities
- Complete discrepancy reports and perform computer system data entry from receiving documentation in accordance with established policy and procedure.
- Operate forklifts with 4,000 to 55,000 lb. capacity.
- Count, weigh, measure and inspect materials and supplies received in accordance with established policy and procedures.
- Respond immediately to 'emergency' requirements and equipment breakdowns to support operational requirements.
- Receive materials and supplies by common carrier, express delivery service, United Parcel Service (UPS) and company trucks including filling out appropriate paperwork and inspecting materials.
- Record and compare quantity of material received with vendor documentation indicating discrepancies such as overages, shortages, and damages in accordance with policy and procedure.
- Assist requesting personnel in identifying required material using the computer system.
- Perform daily cycle counts, identifying required corrections to inventories and bin locations, coordinating corrections with designated Materials Control personnel.
- Handle materials and supplies in a safe and efficient manner including the use of appropriate safety gear and the use of equipment for lifting heavy items.
- Order proper material and supplies using the appropriate computer system.
- Stage remote issue requests for dispersal to operational users.
- Demonstrate effective housekeeping skills in the work area.
- Issue materials to operating groups as requested.
- Operate a computer and other office equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Warehousing or materials background in the mining industry preferred
- Minimum one (1) year of warehousing experience preferred
- Valid Driver’s License required
- Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts required
- Ability to work underground may be required
- Receiving and/or Accounts Payable invoice reconciliation experience preferred
- Demonstrated computer experience required
- Experience using SAP computer program and bar coding preferred
- Computer knowledge in Microsoft Office required
- Certificate in forklift operation preferred
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations required
- Proven safe work record required
- Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision required
- Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions required
- Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of people required
- Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job required
Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.
Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".
About The Team
Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.