Job Description

Please note this position includes days, overnights, and weekends
Perform weighing techniques for schemes including Fire Assay, Acid Digests, Fusions, Leco, TIC, MMI and others as per SGS’ Standard Operating Procedures.
Perform straightforward bench tests including LOI, specific gravity and moisture analysis.
Perform calibration verification and set up of equipment prior to analysis.
Ensure that paperwork and SLIMS information matches the physical samples
Examine samples for suitability, check fineness and available quantity are appropriate for required analysis
Data entry into SLIMS, weights, verification information and sample comments
Maintain and record equipment calibrations.
Carries out routine equipment maintenance under the direction of his/her supervisor.
Maintains a clean working environment.




Clean labware as required.
Assist the supervisor in training of current Technicians.
Follow all company health, safety and environmental policies.
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: Minimum High school diploma (or equivalent) is required
A post-secondary education (degree and/or diploma) in a Science related program (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering) is a strong asset.
Previous experience in a laboratory environment is a robust asset.

📌 Weigh Room Technician Burnaby (Canada)
🏢 SGS
📍 Canada