Fire Assay Floor Technician

Bureau Veritas•Vancouver, BC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Fire Assay Manager, the Fire Assay Floor Technician is responsible for conducting analysis of mineral samples by fusion. This individual will operate fusion equipment and ensure all required calibration records are maintained accurately and in a timely manner.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organization and time management skills
Keen attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy
Safely perform physically demanding tasks with repeated lifting
Ability to handle weights of up to 50 lbs for prolonged periods
Open and inclusive mindset with a willingness to work in a team dynamic

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in sample preparation or in a mineral processing lab environment considered an asset

Responsibilities

Load, pour and pound fusion in a safe manner
Proactively work as a team to oversee other team members’ load and pour methods to ensure team safety
Carefully set up crucible for mixing and discard all crucibles that should no longer be in use
Ensure fast and accurate processing of incoming samples in priority sequence
Perform and document quality checks at all stages of sample handling and halt production where necessary by Hold card
Operate fusion equipment and ensure all required calibration records are maintained
Comply with occupational health and safety legislation, BV Group Policies and Procedures, Upstream Minerals Management System Policies and Procedures and ISO standards applicable to the Mineralogical Technician position
Act in a safe and professional manner and wear appropriate attire including the required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Other duties as assigned from time to time