MSALABS is an experienced global provider of geochemical laboratory services to the exploration and mining industries in Canada, the USA and around the world. We have a rapidly growing network of laboratories in key mining regions around the world to limit lead times and transit costs and we employ the latest hi-tech analysis equipment.

We are looking for a dedicated and detail orientated self-starter who has the following skills and experience:

Responsibilities:

Sample Preparation:

- Execute Fire Assay tasks in accordance with documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and recognized reference methods.
- Weigh and manually flux samples, load and unload fusion/cupellation furnaces, and handle lead waste responsibly.

Quality Control:

- Monitor quality control results and report any deviations to your direct line manager or nominated person.
- Perform scheduled verification (intermediate checks) of critical equipment (weight, volume, temperature, calibration standards as applicable).
- Assist with all quality and health, safety, and environmental (HSE) incident investigations.

Data Management:

- Assist with weighing pulp samples for Fire Assay, ensuring a minimum of target samples are processed per shift.
- Maintain accurate records of sample preparation and quality control results.

Safety and Compliance:

- Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) protocols, including lead control measures.
- Act in a safe and professional manner, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and practicing good housekeeping.




- Report any unsafe conditions or nonconforming events related to customer samples to your direct line manager or nominated person.
- Report any deviation from documented procedures to your direct line manager, or nominated person. Monitoring the performance and maintenance of the instruments.

Collaboration:

- Communicate general laboratory issues to your direct line manager, or nominated personas necessary.
- Assist in coordinating sample movement between different laboratory areas.

Requirements:

- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask under pressure
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
- 1-2 years of experience in sample preparation at a commercial laboratory or equivalent manual labor experience (e.g., construction).
- Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $20.00-$23.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- In office parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Langley, BC V1M 4B4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

- Commercial Lab: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Fire Assay Technician (Langley)
🏢 MSALABS
📍 Langley