Fire Assay Technician

Company Description We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. 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. 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. - 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 - Experience: zero to 1 year of relevant laboratory work experience preferred or equivalent lab experience through education. Additional Information Salary: starting at $21.50 per hour. Some benefit highlights: 80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision Paid time off RRSP Program Eligibility 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. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process. Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada. Compensation: up to CAD 21.50 - hourly

Perform fire assay techniques including fluxing, fusing, and cupelling while maintaining accurate laboratory documentation. Ensure a clean work environment and manage the proper disposal of hazardous laboratory waste.

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Zero to one year of relevant laboratory experience is preferred.

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Paid time off • RRSP program

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• Fire assay
• Fluxing
• Fusing
• Cupelling
• Laboratory maintenance
• Documentation
• Quality system protocols
• Waste disposal
• Geochemistry
• Laboratory Experience
• Equipment Maintenance
• Time Off Management
• Quality Management Systems
• Flux-Cored Arc Welding
• Waste Management

• Science & Research
• Manufacturing
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Fire Technician
• Hazardous Materials Worker
• Physical and Engineering Science Technicians Not Elsewhere Classified
• Hazardous Materials Removal Workers

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week