Fire Assay Technician

1 week ago


Burnaby, Canada SGS Full time

Company Description

We are SGS - the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 96,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer, and more interconnected world. In Canada, SGS employs over 2,000 team members across 70 locations.

**Job Description**:

- Perform Fire Assay techniques, such as fluxing, fusing, and cupelling samples according to written procedures.
- Carry out routine equipment maintenance under direction of supervisor
- Complete and maintain accurate, up to date work order documentation, fusion sheets and logs in every respect.
- Carries out routine equipment maintenance under the direction of his/her supervisor.
- Follow all Quality system protocols and report discrepancies to Supervisor.
- Maintain a clean work environment which includes proper disposal of crucibles, cupels and fire assay lead wastes.
- Organize and label waste disposal
- May be asked to work in other areas of the Geochemistry laboratory sections when required.
- May be assigned and coordinate special or ad hoc projects as needed.

**Qualifications**:

- Education: High school diploma (or equivalent) is required.
- Relevant work experience or lab experience through education would be asset. **But is not required.**:

- ** Must be able to work a 12 hour rotating shift schedule - Days and Evenings. (Straight nights may be available if preferred)**:

- Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
- The incumbent must have time management skills and strong attention to detail
- Work well under pressure
- Ability to manage and co-ordinate multiple projects in fast-paced, highly professional environment.
- Extended hours and shift work may be required
- Good hand/eye coordination when handling samples & lab equipment.
- Ability to work well with others & independently.
- Travel to other SGS locations or client location may be required from time to time.

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