Job Description
- Daytime work (Mon-Fri) : 8 am - pm
- Compensation : $20 - $22 per hour
- Some benefit highlights :
80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision
Paid time off
RRSP Program Eligibility
- Perform physical and chemical tests on minerals and fertilizer samples as per SGS’ Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) or any recognized standard methods, such as SPPA, AFPC, AOAC and ISO.
- Prepare and split the submitted samples according to established procedures.
- Maintain cleanliness of preparation equipment and sample preparation area. Dispose of retained samples.
- Calibrate, operate and maintain analytical instruments including, ISE, AA and others.
- Able to perform classical analytical methods as required and verify results, such as titration, gravimetric method and make basic and complex reagents as necessary.
- Provides feedback to the crew leader, supervisor or lab manager regarding any issues encountered during procedures. unanticipated reactions, loss of samples etc
- Assist with method development and validations.
- Verify and adjust calibrations on a variety of lab equipment including dispensers, pipettes, balances oven and other. Ensure the equipment is maintained in good order.
- 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 of sample is handled according to laboratory procedures.
- Keep all records and notebooks in good order including work order and equipment maintenance logs.
- Provide accurate and timely results.
- Participate in proficiency testing programs and support quality by investigating questionable and unsatisfactory results.
- Support Internal and External Audits
Qualifications
- A Post secondary education (degree and / or diploma) in a Science related program (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering etc.) is highly desirable
- Good hand / eye coordination when handling samples and various equipment.
- 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.
- Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.
8 days ago