Laboratory Technician

We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Type of employment: Permanent; Shift work required (Days and Nights); DIDO (Côté Gold mine site near Gogama, ON)
- Shuttle bus from Sudbury or Timmins, ON Laboratory Manager The Laboratory Technician (Geochemistry) under general supervision performs laboratory tests to determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition of solid, liquid, or gaseous materials for such purposes as quality control, process control, or product development by performing the following duties. You will be required to drive to one of the shuttle depots that brings you into the Cote Gold site, stay for 2 weeks at the accommodations provided, work 12 hour day/night shifts, then drive home for 2 weeks. Performs laboratory testing, following methods as per SGS' Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), methods and work instructions; Ensures all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn properly (ie. Performs daily, weekly, and monthly Quality Assurance / Quality Control checks on equipment; Receives, sorts and logs client samples into the data base, and prepares samples' labels; Lifting and carrying equipment and materials up to 23 Kilograms throughout the work day; Perform fire assay techniques, such as fluxing, fusing, and cupelling samples according to written procedures; Perform a variety of decomposition and leaching methods, these will include acid digests and others as required; Verify and adjust calibrations on a variety of lab equipment including dispensers, pipettes, balances and other; Performs and executes methods on atomic absorption and combustion analytical instruments as per SGS' SOPs including routine maintenance and quality guidelines and procedures; Accurately completes and maintains all laboratory reports; Ensures compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures; Performs general upkeep and housekeeping of the laboratory; Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management; Assist other Laboratory Technicians as required; A minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) is required. ~0
- 1 years of relevant work experience required or equivalent experience through post-secondary education ~ Related Diploma or Associate degree in or including some Science is preferred ~1
- 3+ years working in industrial / laboratory / field setting is preferred Good hand/eye coordination when handling samples & laboratory equipment Must be comfortable with numerals in order to monitor data on a computer screen. Able to work well under pressure during high (peak) workloads and balancing conflicting demands of high volume versus the quality of results. Computer

Skills:
MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams)
- Intermediate user proficiency preferred Candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition
- Intermediate English required, advanced preferred. Travel to other SGS locations or client locations may be required from time to time. Ensures full compliance with the company's Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies. Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast paced, highly professional environment.

Salary:
$27.40 per hour 80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision ~ SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.