Fire Assay Technician - Sparks, NV

Benelux•Sparks, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Fire Assay Manager, the Fire Assay 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

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Keen attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy
Excellent interpersonal, organization, and time management skills
Excellent multi-tasking skills
Able to work with other team-mates
Able to accept constructive criticism
Computer literate
Following safe work protocol
Able to read and comprehend instruction and follow SOP
Safely perform physically demanding tasks with repeated lifting
Minimum high school diploma

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary in science or chemistry is an asset
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