Sample Preparation Technician - Night Shift

Sample Preparation Technician - Night Shift

Offer parameters
AGAT Laboratories
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Thunder Bay, ON, Canada

Woke Type

full-time

About

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.

Summary :

Our Thunder Bay location is hiring for a Sample Preparation Technician to assist us in preparing samples for laboratory analysis.

The schedule for this role will be 4 days on, 4 days off rotational nights.

Duties :

  • Unpack, sort, check, crush and pulverize mineral samples using specialized equipment
  • Safely follow standard operating procedures, and perform quality control checks as required
  • Enter sample data into computer, ensuring accurate details

Qualifications :

  • High School Diploma
  • Fork Lift certification / license is an asset
  • Ability to lift 25 kg on a consistent basis
  • Hand-Eye coordination and attention to detail
  • Intermediate computer skills
  • Fluency in English, both verbal and written
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks within a fast-paced work environment
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment, with a mature work ethic
  • Problem solving, communication, organization, and time management
  • Commitment to the production of accurate and timely results
  • Must be able to wear a respirator and other PPE properly and follow all safety protocols
  • Must be flexible to work night shifts including weekends on a 4 days on 4 days off rotation

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

AGAT Laboratories would like to thank all applicants; however only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.