Sample Preparation Technician (General Labourer)

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage (80

Paid time off

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Sample Preparation Technician to perform routine sorting, transferring, drying, crushing, pulverizing and screening of geological materials in a geochemistry lab in Ontario, Canada. The role follows a 12-hour day/night continental schedule (2-2-3).

You will ensure QA/QC, proper documentation, and safe handling of materials and equipment. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 0–1 year of related experience, strong analytical and mechanical skills, and the ability to read

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 0-1 year of relevant work experience or equivalent via education.
• Strong analytical and mechanical skills.
• Ability to perform routine bench tests.
• Willingness to learn new analytical tests, instrumentation and procedures.
• Must read, understand and follow work instructions safely and accurately.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others and independently.
• Proven time management and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work extended hours and shifts when required.

Responsibilities

• Unpack, sort, transfer and dry samples.
• Crush, pulverize and screen geological materials per SOP.
• Perform routine quality checks including particle size and dust loss; report deviations.
• Ensure work order documentation is complete and QC data is entered as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized workbench; handle disposal per procedures.
• Keep equipment in good order; report damage or needed adjustments.
• Maintain records and maintenance logs.
• May work in other Geochemistry laboratory areas as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mechanical skills

Reading instructions

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Job description

• Full-time
• Compensation: CAD 25 - CAD 25 - hourly

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. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

The Sample Preparation Technician is responsible for performing routine sorting, transferring, drying, crushing, pulverizing and screening of geological materials in accordance with client work order instructions and laboratory quality guidelines and procedures.

This position works on a rotational schedule of days and nights. Shifts are 12-hours in length on a 2-2-3 continental schedule.

• Unpack, sort, transfer and dry samples
• Execute and perform crushing, pulverizing and screening of geological materials as per SGS' Standard Operating Procedures.
• Conduct routine quality checks including particle size analysis, dust loss and report data immediately to the Supervisor or group leader if results are outside of acceptability parameters.
• Ensure that work order documentation is complete in every respect and QC results are entered into SLIMS as necessary.
• Maintain clean and organized workbench area ensuring spills are immediately cleaned; disposal is according to laboratory procedures including any special requirements for handling international soils.
• Ensure that equipment is maintained in good order making the Supervisor or group leader aware of any damaged or defective equipment or any equipment requiring adjustment i.e. pulverising time or crushers gapping.
• Keep all records and notebooks in good order including work order and equipment maintenance logs.
• May be asked to work in other areas of the Geochemistry laboratory sections when required.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma.
• 0 - 1 years of relevant work experience required or equivalent experience through education.
• Strong analytical and mechanical skills
• Ability to perform routine bench tests
• A willingness to learn new analytical tests, instrumentation and procedures
• Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
• Candidates must demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Works well under pressure.
• Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.
• Travel to other SGS locations or client location may be required.
• Ensures full compliance with the company's Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

Additional Information

Compensation: $25 per hour

• 80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision
• Paid time off

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.