Sample Preparation Technician

ALS • Tucson, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Within the Sample Preparation Department, the Sample Preparation Technician 2 will independently work with client samples and prepare them for analysis in our labs.

Requirements

• Good hand-eye coordination
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Basic alpha/numeric comprehension
• Basic English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Basic computer skills required
• Minimum 6 months (180 days) work experience in a commercial minerals laboratory or minerals sample preparation required

Nice To Haves

• Forklift license/certification, or experience driving a forklift an asset

Responsibilities

• Ringing, sieving (including International Soils), crushing and splitting
• Loading and unloading drying ovens
• Maintain own production logs
• General cleaning duties for basic lab cleanliness
• Assists with layout duties/tasks
• Handling compositing, screen metallics, special handling requests, etc
• Inspecting equipment and inform senior employee if adjustment is required
• Handles basic internal problem solving
• May assists in training / mentoring new employees on basic prep procedures
• Dealing with NORM sample preparations
• Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential
• Programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us
• Safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities
• Equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued
• Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed