Lab Technician (Sample Preparation)

Alamos Gold Inc.•Dubreuilville Township, ON

3d•CA$21 - CA$46•Onsite

About The Position

Alamos Gold is a Canadian-based gold producer with a long-term track record of creating value for all stakeholders through solid financial performance, low-cost production growth, and a company-wide commitment to social responsibility and environmental stewardship. We currently operate three mines – two in Canada and one in Mexico – and we have a strong portfolio of development stage projects, including the Lynn Lake Project and Island Gold Phase 3+ Expansion in Canada, and Puerto Del Aire Project in Mexico. Alamos also has an early-stage exploration project in Canada, the Qiqavik Gold Project. Our core values of safety, teamwork, environmental sustainability, integrity, and commitment allow our more than 1,900 dedicated team members to thrive in their careers and to create a lasting legacy that benefits all Alamos stakeholders. Alamos Gold’s Island Gold District will become one of the largest and lowest-cost gold mines in Canada. With the two mines within the district, Island Gold and Magino employ over 900 team members who work in the underground and open pit operations and are located in northern Ontario, just east of the town of Dubreuilville, 83 kilometres northeast of Wawa. Through ongoing exploration success, Island Gold District’s Mineral Reserves and Resources have continued to grow in size and quality. Join the Island Gold District team and be a part of the long-life mining operations, as we prioritize our employee growth, high performance and a culture of safety and accountability. Reporting to the Chief Assayer, the Assay Lab Technicians will participate in activities of the plant’s assay laboratory to ensure the provision of timely and accurate test results. The positions will support operations in Sample Preparation, Fire Assay, Wet Chemistry and Instrumentation. Other duties include carrying out strict QC/QA testing of samples during the preparation process.

Requirements

Previous experience in a mining lab or a commercial lab that analyzes mine samples is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work safely and foster safe working habits in others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all levels of the operation.
Good listening skills
Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
Able to work in a team setting or independently.
Effective decision-making skills.
Integrity, focus, and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

Participates in the plant’s assay laboratory activities to ensure timely and accurate test results including carrying out analytical tests on geology samples and ore processed in the mill to determine gold content.
Participate in the preparation of mine and mill samples which includes Sample Receiving, Sample Drying, Sample Crushing and Sample Pulverizing.
Assist in the Development of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) procedures.
Exercise general supervision of the preparation of mine and mill samples. This includes checking that equipment is well maintained. ensuring use of the proper Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) Comparing the results of QC/QA samples for compliance with permitted tolerances and endorsing test results.
Support an accurate and timely data delivery system back to the customers. This will involve the use of a LIMS package designed for the Sample Receiving and Sample Preparation area.
Assist in developing the most cost effective and accurate methods and procedures. This includes reviewing present methods and as necessary suggesting modifications to suit required applications.
Ensure the continuing availability of consumable supplies, and equipment spares. This includes carrying out regular checks of stock levels.
Create an environment that fosters a safe working environment.
Contribute to the continuous improvement initiatives of the department.
Strong commitment to Safety, health, risk management and environmental standards