Mill Operator V

Closing Date: October 10, 2025

Join Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, one of the world’s largest producers of zinc concentrate. We are committed to encouraging a family-oriented work environment that values every team member.

For many of our positions, we offer a unique rotation schedule with 2 weeks on-site followed by 2 weeks off-site, allowing you to enjoy quality time with your loved ones.

Partnership with NANA Regional Corporation: The mine operates on land owned by the NANA Regional Corporation, an Alaska Native corporation.

This partnership ensures that the local Iñupiat community benefits from the mine’s operations, reflecting our dedication to community engagement and sustainable practices.

Embracing Courageous Safety Leadership (CSL): At Teck, safety is a core value central to our work culture.

Through programs like CSL, we empower every employee to be a safety leader, encouraging a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks.

As part of our team, you’ll contribute to sustaining this safety-first environment, where speaking up and driving positive change are not just encouraged but expected.

Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, one of the world’s largest producers of zinc concentrate, is recruiting for a Mill Operator V

Reporting to the Mill Shift Supervisor

Schedule is an even rotation; 2 weeks on-site, 2 weeks off-site

Responsibilities:

• Complete assignments throughout the mill areas that contribute to the production of high quality products that meet the requirements of customers in an efficient, hygienic, and safe manner while minimizing environmental impacts and costs
• Comply with all environmental regulations and assist with spill prevention by reporting problems to the supervisor or area operator and helping to deploy sand bags for containment
• Comply with all safety regulations.
  
  Ensures that daily workplace inspection is done each shift, to identify and correct workplace hazards.
  
  Completes SETA cards as required.
  
  Ensures that their
• Mining Safety Health Administration annual refresher is completed prior to the due date.
  
  Applies Hazard Recognition training to daily workplace activities
• Ensure the Mill Operations Supervisor and peers are well informed of task status by providing carryover and updates of completed tasks throughout the shift
• Communicate effectively with mill operators and your supervisor about your assigned tasks primarily in mill cleanup and asking for further clarification on unfamiliar tasks
• Ensure your operational competency is developed by participating in reviewing and learning new processes, engaging in specialized area training, and regular evaluation of personal performance
• Contribute to cost control by minimizing waste and avoiding damage to assets
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Four (4) years experience in Mill Operations or equivalent
• Able to lift  seventy five (75) lbs on a regular basis
• Capable of wearing PPE including; hard hat, respirator, safety glasses, steel toed boots, hearing protection, or any other Personal Protective Equipment
• Must be highly motivated
• Able to follow directions
• Be a team player
• Work outdoors with a potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions
• A desire to advance to higher levels in the competency development system by training and becoming proficient at specific tasks and duties in the Mill Operations department

About Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations

At Teck, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive.

Our Red Dog mine features modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes.

To ensure a comfortable living and family-style working environment for all employees, we also provide all meals, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance, paid sick leave, vacation days, and a 401k plan.

Our two-weeks on/two-weeks off schedule is designed to provide a better work-life balance for our employees.

Diversity is a core value at Teck.

Our teams work collaboratively, respecting each person’s unique perspective and contribution.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We appreciate all applicants’ interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.