Mineralogy Technician (Summer Students)

Company Description
We are SGS – The world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 96,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

This position will conduct a wide variety of testing and analysis on base and precious metal ores, industrial minerals and materials.

• Receive, inspect, sort and label client samples.
• Conduct routine testing.
• Install and operate equipment and systems.
• Record test data and communicate results.
• May be assigned special or ad hoc projects.
• Maintain a clean working environment.
• Sort, crush, pulverize, split, and screen samples.
• Calibrate and setup equipment prior to analysis.
• Carry out routine equipment maintenance.
• Follow all company Health, Safety and Environmental policies.
• Follow all Quality system protocols and report any discrepancies to the Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory setting is a strong asset.
• Good time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Travel to other SGS locations or client location may be required from time to time.
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.
• Incumbents must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in English, in both verbal and written communication.
• Must ensure full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.
• Must be enrolled in a post secondary education Science related program (Chemistry, Metallurgical Engineering Technology, etc.)

Additional Information
SGS Canada is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to achieving greater accessibility by providing accommodation for people with disabilities during our hiring process. Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.
Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.