Laboratory Technician - Mineral Processing

SGS; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing and certification company is seeking a LAB TECHNICIAN in Burnaby, Canada. The role involves conducting a variety of tests on metal ores and industrial materials. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma, effective communication skills, and the ability to work in a rotating shift schedule. This position offers competitive pay ranging from $20.50 to $21.50 per hour and includes benefits such as health coverage and paid time off.

Benefits

80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision

Paid time off

RRSP Program Eligibility

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of relevant work experience or equivalent experience through education.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions accurately.
• Availability for rotating shifts and weekends as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, sort and label client samples.
• Conduct routine testing and maintain equipment.
• Record test data and communicate results.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Effective communication in English

Ability to work independently

Education

High school Diploma

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

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. Our99,600employeesoperate a network of2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer, and more interconnected world.

Job Description

This position will conduct a wide variety of testing and analysis on base and precious metal ores, industrial minerals and materials.

• Receive, inspect, sort and label client samples.
• Sort, crush, pulverize, split, and screen samples.
• Conduct routine testing.
• Record test data and communicate results.
• Carry out routine equipment maintenance.
• Calibrate and setup equipment prior to analysis.
• Install and operate equipment and systems.
• Maintain a clean working environment.
• Follow all company Health, Safety and Environmental policies.
• Follow all Quality system protocols and report any discrepancies to the Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Education: High school Diploma.
• Experience: 0-1 years of relevant work experience required or equivalent experience through education.
• Availability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and afternoons when necessary.
• 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. PowerPoint & 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.

Additional Information

Salary:$20.50 to $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.