Laboratory Technician, Minerals Trade

Canada Job Openings

SGS

Burnaby

FULL TIME

September 23, 2024

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

Daytime work (Mon-Fri): 8 am - 4.30 pm
Compensation: $20 - $22 per hour
Some benefit highlights:
80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision
Paid time off
RRSP Program Eligibility
Perform physical and chemical tests on minerals and fertilizer samples as per SGS’ Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) or any recognized standard methods, such as SPPA, AFPC, AOAC and ISO.
Prepare and split the submitted samples according to established procedures.
Maintain cleanliness of preparation equipment and sample preparation area. Dispose of retained samples.
Calibrate, operate and maintain analytical instruments including, ISE, AA and others.
Able to perform classical analytical methods as required and verify results, such as titration, gravimetric method and make basic and complex reagents as necessary.
Provides feedback to the crew leader, supervisor or lab manager regarding any issues encountered during procedures. E.g. unanticipated reactions, loss of samples etc
Assist with method development and validations.
Verify and adjust calibrations on a variety of lab equipment including dispensers, pipettes, balances oven and other. Ensure the equipment is maintained in good order.
Ensure that work order documentation is complete in every respect and QC results are entered into SLIMS as necessary.
Maintain clean and organized workbench area ensuring spills are immediately cleaned; disposal of sample is handled according to laboratory procedures.
Keep all records and notebooks in good order including work order and equipment maintenance logs.
Provide accurate and timely results.
Participate in proficiency testing programs and support quality by investigating questionable and unsatisfactory results.
Support Internal and External Audits

Qualifications

A Post secondary education (degree and/or diploma) in a Science related program (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering etc.) is highly desirable
Good hand/eye coordination when handling samples and various equipment.
Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
Incumbents must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. Power Point & Outlook).
Good time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in English, in both verbal and written communication.
Ability to work well with others & independently.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.

Additional Information
SGS Canada is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to achieving greater accessibility by providing accommodation for people with disabilities during our hiring process. 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.

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