Sample Preparation Technician - 6 Month Contract

SGS • Burnaby, BC

1d • CA$20 - CA$20 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a fixed-term contract position with an estimated duration of 6 months. The Sample Preparation Technician will be responsible for unpacking, sorting, transferring, and drying samples. They will execute and perform crushing, pulverizing, and screening of geological materials according to SGS's Standard Operating Procedures. The role involves conducting routine quality checks, maintaining documentation, ensuring a clean and organized workspace, and maintaining equipment. The technician may also be asked to work in other areas of the Geochemistry laboratory sections when required.

Requirements

• High school Diploma.
• 0-1 years of relevant work experience required or equivalent experience through education.

Responsibilities

• Unpack, sort, transfer and dry samples
• Execute and perform crushing, pulverizing and screening of geological materials as per SGS’ Standard Operating Procedures.
• Conduct routine quality checks including particle size analysis, dust loss and report data immediately to the Supervisor or group leader if results are outside of acceptability parameters.
• 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 is according to laboratory procedures including any special requirements for handling international soils.
• Ensure that equipment is maintained in good order making the Supervisor or group leader aware of any damaged or defective equipment or any equipment requiring adjustment i.e., pulverizing time or crushers gapping.
• Keep all records and notebooks in good order including work order and equipment maintenance logs.
• May be asked to work in other areas of the Geochemistry laboratory sections when required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED