Mining laboratory work at AGAT Laboratories requires ICP-OES or ICP-MS expertise and independent instrument maintenance in Calgary. Manage analytical priorities while supporting accurate results.
As a Laboratory Technician A, you will work in AGAT Laboratories’ Mining lab under the Laboratory Manager or Lab Supervisor. The third-level position involves assessing workloads, calibrating instruments, processing samples, and maintaining laboratory records. Your work supports quality assurance through data review, method validation, and non-conformance documentation.
Key Responsibilities: Prioritize sample workloads by methods, due dates, and rush assignments
Perform and verify instrument calibrations
Load batches and enter information into ICP software
Maintain and troubleshoot ICP-OES and ICP-MS instruments
Communicate delays, issues, and quality improvements promptly
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or diploma in a related chemical field
Five or more years of laboratory work experience
At least two years working with ICP instruments
Experience with ICP operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Proficiency in Excel, data management, and English
Apply laboratory, ICP instrumentation, and quality assurance expertise while supporting AGAT Laboratories’ Mining lab operations in Calgary.