Fire Assay Technician

Fire Assay Technician
Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs) was established in 1987 and is one of Canada’s premier service laboratories supporting a vast array of clients. With head office situated in Ancaster Ontario, Actlabs provides services in over 90 countries and has several strategically positioned facilities that support global markets. We are recognized throughout the world as a leader in analytical testing, development services and delivering quality analysis. Actlabs provides analysis in the geochemical and geometallurgical market, material testing, agriculture, forensics, environmental and life sciences.

Academic Requirements
· high school diploma
· technical training in fire assay is an asset

Hours: Full Time

Responsibilities The candidate will be required to mix dry chemicals, load trays into a furnace (working in a hot environment) and pour samples. Carry out fire assay procedure: i.e. fluxing, fusing and cupelling samples as per written procedures. Strict adherences to safety procedures are required.

Work Conditions Fast-paced environment, tight deadlines and repetitive tasks

Job Requirements
· Reliable, motivated and organized
· Demonstrate initiative, common sense and attention to detail
· Possess good communication, interpersonal and computer skills
· Read, understand and follow work instructions and guidelines accurately and safely
· Ability to problem solve, multi-task and work well under pressure
· Proven time management skills, quality driven and pro-active
· Ability to work well independently and work as a team
· Excellent eye-hand co-ordination and manual dexterity
· Lifting up to 50 pounds
· Clean-shaven in order to wear protective equipment
· Extended hours may be required
· Compliance with the company’s Health & Safety and Professional Conduct Policies
· Any other tasks as determined

Additional Information
Junior Entry Level Salary
Benefits Package

Application Process
Please note that applicants applying for Canadian job positions must be authorized to work in Canada.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
Submit cover letter, resume including the position title in the subject line via e-mail.
No Phone Calls. Drop-off resumes will not be accepted.
 

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