Sample Preparation Technician

ALS Chemex de Mexico; City of Moncton; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS invites applications for a Sample Preparation Technician 2 in our minerals laboratory. You will handle client samples, prepare them for analysis, and support the team in daily tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities include ringing, sieving, crushing, loading ovens, keeping logs, and maintaining safety and cleanliness. You will work under supervision and contribute to quality and throughput while developing practical lab skills and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Good hand-eye coordination and basic English communication.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Basic alpha/numeric comprehension and numeracy skills.

Responsibilities

• Ringing, sieving (including International Soils), crushing, splitting under direct supervision.
• Loading and unloading drying ovens under supervision.
• Maintain own production logs.
• General cleaning duties for basic lab cleanliness.
• May assist with layout duties/tasks.
• Handling compositing, screen metallics, special handling requests, etc.
• Inspecting equipment and inform senior employee if adjustment is required.
• Use correct methods in accordance with procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality.
• Observe safety regulations and policies.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Organizational skills

Independent work

Teamwork

English skills

Numeracy basics

Education

3 months minerals lab experience

Job description

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join us, you'll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

About the Position

Within the Sample Preparation Department, the Sample Preparation Technician 2 will work with client samples and prepare them for analysis in our labs.

Specific Responsibilities

• Ringing, sieving (including International Soils), crushing, splitting under direct supervision;
• Loading and unloading drying ovens under supervision;
• Maintain own production logs;
• General cleaning duties for basic lab cleanliness;
• May assists with layout duties/tasks;
• Handling compositing, screen metallics, special handling requests, etc.;
• Inspecting equipment and inform senior employee if adjustment is required;
• Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality;
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures;
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Good hand-eye coordination;
• Good organizational skills;
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team;
• Basic alpha/numeric comprehension;
• Basic English communication skills (written and verbal).

Required Qualifications

Minimum 3 months (90 days) work experience in a commercial minerals laboratory or minerals sample preparation required.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for long periods of time;
• Ability to sit at a desk and do general office work, which includes periodic sedentary responsibilities;
• Manual dexterity to perform repetitive tasks;
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs;
• Be cleanly-shaven in order to wear protective equipment.

Please note that ALS operates 24/7 and will require day, afternoon, and graveyard shift work including weekends.

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.

At ALS, you'll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, First Nations, Metis and Inuit persons, members of minority groups, and persons living with disabilities.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.