Fire Assay Technician - Thunder Bay, Canada - AGAT Laboratories
Description
AGAT Laboratories is a full-service laboratory with locations across Canada. We are the most diversified laboratory in Canada. Our scientists are highly-skilled and specialized in the fields of biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, geology, engineering and other specialty services.With a broad range of staff experience and state-of-the-art instrumentation, we provide cross-analytical solutions for the
Environmental, Energy, Mining, Transportation, Industrial, Agri-food and
Life Sciences sectors.
NOC:
2212
Our
Thunder Bay location is hiring for Fire Assay Technicians to work
Day and night 12 hour 4 on 4 off rotation shifts.
The Fire Assay Technician works under supervision in the Fire Assay area and is responsible for maintaining some of the tools and instruments being used in the operation.
Schedule:
4 on, 4 off rotation
Day Shift 8am-8pm
Night Shift 8pm-8am
Responsibilities:
- Work in a safe, efficient manner and follow all health and safety protocols
- Liaise with supervisor on work order priorities
- Set up fusion batches
- Sort and clean pots; Sort and dry cupels
- Perform Fire Assay Techniques, such as fluxing, fusing, deslagging and cupelling of samples according to standard operating procedures
- Maintain Quality Control and production log
- Properly dispose of crucibles, cupels and fire assay lead waste residues
- Conduct QC inspections of samples, crucibles, buttons and beads
- Follow all quality protocols and report discrepancies to the Supervisor
- May be asked to work in other areas of the geochemistry laboratory sections when required
- Calibration and set up of equipment prior to analysis
Qualifications:
- Minimum High School Diploma Required.
- General Labourer experience an asset
- Good hand eye coordination and the ability to stand for long periods
- Intermediate computer skills
- Ability to work in a positive manner in a fast paced environment
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a consistent basis and perform work in a hot and dusty environment
- Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe accurate timely manner
MUST be able to wear a respirator and other PPE properly:
- Reliable transportation is required
Must be flexible to work day and night shifts including weekends on a 4 days on 4 days off rotation
Work Environment:
This position requires a person to stand, sit and lift throughout the shift in an industrial type environment. Manual dexterity is required to perform repetitive tasks. PPE is required. This position requires working in a hot environment in front of fusion furnaces with personal protective equipment. It is a fast-paced position that requires the ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
PLEASE NOTE:
This position will require periodic blood testing for lead exposure on an ongoing basis.
Why Work for AGAT?
We offer exceptional competitive benefits package, including but not limited to:
- Dental Care
- Extended Health Care
- Vision Care
- Vacation and Flex/sick time
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long Term Disability
- Life Coverage
Thank you for your interest in AGAT Laboratories.
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