Sample Recieving Technician

Ncchamber; Timmins; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mining is seeking a Sample Receiving Technician to join their dynamic Metallurgical department. This role involves directing incoming ore trucks, executing sample procedures, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of performing physical tasks. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this company offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth. If you're motivated and ready to make a difference in a reputable mining company, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive drug coverage

Extended health care benefits

Dental insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Group retirement savings plan with company match

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; relevant post-secondary education is an asset.
• Experience in an industrial environment is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Assist incoming trucks and collect representative samples from deliveries.
• Maintain sample integrity and assist laboratory personnel as needed.

Skills

Sampling procedures

Quality control standards

Safety protocols

Physical tasks

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary education in Chemical Engineering Technology

Post-secondary education in Metallurgical Engineering Technology

Tools

Computer database

Two-way radio

Job description

Work Schedule: 5-5-4, 12-hour shifts. Although this is the established schedule, the company reserves the right to modify it as needed to meet operational requirements.

Compensation: Hourly, based on experience and qualifications.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Northern Sun Mining is a reputable mining company located 25 km southeast of Timmins, Ontario, where it owns and operates the Redstone concentrator. For almost a decade, Northern Sun Mining has been providing custom milling services to various mining communities, demonstrating exceptional recoveries of gold and platinum group metals.

Northern Sun Mining currently has an exciting opportunity for a Sample Receiving Technician to join our Metallurgical department. Reporting to the Lab Supervisor, the ideal candidate will be responsible for directing incoming ore trucks and executing sample procedures while ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to safety and quality standards. Please note that this is not a camp-based position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist incoming trucks in locating truck scale.
• Efficiently organize trucks for unloading in the designated dumping area.
• Collect representative samples from deliveries.
• Accurately enter truck and shipment information into computer database.
• Ensure sample integrity is maintained according to established procedures.
• Assist laboratory personnel with drying samples to determine moisture content and/or preparation and analysis of samples as needed.
• Proficiently operate a two-way radio when required.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Work in compliance with prescribed company policies and procedures.
• Be proactive with company safety initiatives.
• Additional tasks as assigned by the Lab Supervisor and/or Engineering personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma; post-secondary education in Chemical Engineering Technology or Metallurgical Engineering Technology or equivalent relevant work experience is an asset.
• Previous experience in an industrial environment is highly regarded.
• Basic Mill Process Operator Common Core is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Capable of performing physical tasks.
• Sound understanding of sampling procedures, quality control standards, and safety protocols.

BENEFITS

In addition to a competitive compensation package, we also offer:

• Comprehensive drug coverage and extended health care benefits
• Dental insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Group retirement savings plan with company match
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development

HOW TO APPLY

If you are a dedicated and highly motivated individual seeking to join a dynamic team, we encourage you to submit your resume detailing your relevant experience to [e-mail]. Please include reference number “2025-008” in the subject line.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. We appreciate all applicants for their interest in our company.

Northern Sun Mining Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we believe that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success. Wherever possible, accommodation is made for qualified applicants with self-declared disabilities. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and all aspects of employment including the decision to hire or promote will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business requirements.