Onsite Laboratory Technician

SGS; Prince George; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage (80

RRSP eligibility

Job summary

SGS, a world-leading testing, inspection and certification company, seeks a Laboratory Technician for permanent, rotating 2 weeks on/off days and nights to support the Artemis Gold project. You will perform digestion, fire assay and sample prep, logging into LIMS, maintaining equipment and following safety policies.

The role requires post-secondary science education and strong analytical/technical skills, with extended hours and potential travel between SGS locations.

Qualifications

• A post secondary education in a science-related field is a strong asset.
• Strong analytical and mechanical skills.
• Good hand/eye coordination and physical stamina.
• Willingness to learn new tests and instrumentation.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions safely and accurately.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Willing to work extended hours and shifts; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Sample reception, identification, preparation, weighing and analysis.
• Operate fire assay, digestion, and sample prep according to instructions.
• Log samples into LIMS promptly and accurately; ensure retrievability.
• Calibrate and set up laboratory equipment; maintain records.
• Prepare standards and reagents; interpret and evaluate results.
• Maintain a clean lab and proper waste disposal; follow safety policies.
• Support other lab sections or ad hoc projects as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mechanical skills

Hand-eye coordination

Physical endurance

Willingness to learn

Numeracy

Follow instructions

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork / communication

Education

Post-secondary science education (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Environmental Science)

Tools

LIMS

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

Type of Employment: Permanent, rotating 2 weeks in 2 weeks out (Days and Nights) to support Artemis Gold, Blackwater Assay Lab (https://www.artemisgoldinc.com). Accommodations, meals and shuttle bus provided.

This position will carry out various routine preparation, testing and analysis, following written work instructions under the direction of the Supervisor/Senior Assayer.

This job description applies to employees working in the Digestion, Instrumentation, Fire Assay, and Sample Reduction/Preparation departments.

Responsibilities

• Sample reception, sample identification, sample preparation (sorting, drying, crushing, pulverizing, screening), sample weighing, fire assay (fluxing with lead flux, fusing, cupelling), sample digestion with acids, sample dilutions, sample determinations, setting up analytical batches and analysis, batch Quality Control.
• Ensure samples are logged into LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) accurately and in a quick manner.
• Working knowledge of LIMS.
• Ensure samples are catalogued and stored in an efficient and easily retrievable manner.
• Assists in locating and retrieving of samples and responsible for sample disposal or returning samples to clients.
• Calibration and set up of laboratory equipment prior to analysis.
• Maintain and record equipment calibrations.
• Preparation of standards and reagents.
• Interpreting and evaluating results.
• Monitor Equipment maintenance & laboratory supplies.Carry out routine equipment maintenance under the direction of the supervisor.
• Complete and maintain accurate, up to date work order documentation and logs in every respect.
• Follow all company health, safety and environmental policies.
• Maintains a clean working environment which includes proper disposal of waste, including lead, cyanide and acid.
• Organize and label waste disposal.
• Follow all Quality system protocols, report discrepancies to the Supervisor.
• May be asked to work in other areas of the laboratory sections.
• May be assigned and coordinate special or ad hoc projects as needed.

Qualifications

• A post secondary education (degree and/or diploma) in a Science related program (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Environmental Science) is a strong asset.
• Strong analytical and mechanical skills.
• Good hand/eye coordination.
• Able to work in a physically demanding work environment.
• A willingness to learn new tests, instrumentation and procedures.
• Must be comfortable with numerals in order to monitor data on a computer screen.
• Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
• Able to work well under pressure during high (peak) workloads and balancing conflicting demands of high volume versus the quality of results.
• Must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Must demonstrate verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition. Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Extended hours and shift work.
• Travel to other SGS locations or client locations may be required from time to time.
• Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

Additional Information

Compensation: $27.40 per hour

Benefit highlights:

• 80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision
• RRSP Program Eligibility

EEO Statement

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.

Essential Duties Disclaimer

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

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.