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Job Title: Laboratory Technician -- XRF and Wet Laboratory Reports to: Laboratory Supervisor / Laboratory Manager Department: Metals and Minerals Location: Vancouver. B.C. Full-Time Basic Purpose
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Ensure fast and accurate processing of incoming samples in priority sequence.
- Weighing samples according to established procedures for the laboratory.
- Accurately conduct routine and non-routine analyses of samples using the appropriate method.
- Perform LOI analysis which requires the use of high temperatures muffle furnaces
- Perform lithium borate fusion using gas fusion machines or electric fusion machines.
- Digest samples according to written procedure without deviation unless authorized in writing by the Supervisor
- Ability to handle various quantities of dangerous acids while following the strict safety requirement set in the laboratory
- Provide technical support to the senior technician and lab assistants and may assist in training new employees
- Prepare and document preparation of reagents according to written procedure without deviation
- Perform and document quality checks at all stages of sample and material handling, halting production where necessary by Hold card and reporting problems/issues to the Supervisor.
- Report to the Supervisor / Manager about any operational issues that hinder production efficiencies
- Operate, maintain and ensure calibration records are kept for equipment according to written instruction.
- Comply with occupational health and safety legislation, BV Group Policies and Procedures, Upstream Minerals Management System Policies and Procedures and ISO standards applicable to the Digestion Technician position
- Act in a safe and professional manner and wear appropriate attire including the required personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Provide input and feedback to corrective actions implemented in the department
- Actively participate in hazard identifications and reporting - (MAIA)
- Other duties or tasks as assigned from time to time
Skills And Knowledge
- College or technical diploma with relevant experience in similar laboratory environment
- Familiarity with WHMIS
- Excellent English, verbal and written
- Strong interpersonal, organizing and time management skills
- Excellent attention to details and workplace/work-related safety
- Precision in handling glassware, pipettes, and other laboratory tools is required, as well as accuracy when measuring and pouring chemicals.
- Ability to properly use and wear heat-resistant personal protective equipment (PPE), such as Heat resistant gloves or specialized headgear.
- Able to work independently to complete assigned task and to follow written procedures
- Ability to collaborate effectively with other team members
Working Conditions
- Ability to lift and carry heavy containers usually up to 40 lbs., multiple times throughout a shift.
- Requires standing for extended periods, typically for most of the shift, with occasional short breaks.
- Frequent bending, reaching, and crouching to manage sample preparation, arrange materials, and load/unload digestion vessels.
- The technician may be exposed to chemicals requiring safe handling procedures and careful attention to ventilation and lab protocols.
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