Fire Assay- General Labor

About The Role

The Fire Assay Loader will conduct routine and non-routine analyses of geological samples, fusion, and cupellation.

• Crucible management and set up/prepare samples for fusion;
• Perform fusion and cupellation processes using furnace tools;
• Follow up on rush priority workloads;
• Ensure all safe work procedures and standard working procedures are strictly adhered to;
• Maintain and organize departmental inventory, such as supplies and chemicals;
• Ensure cleaning and maintenance schedules are complete;
• Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality;
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures;
• Other duties as assigned.

About You

Familiarity with all fire assay methods and their respective digestion volumes and finish methods;
Strong analytical and mechanical skills;
Organized and highly motivated individual;
Detail oriented individual;
Ability to work independently or as part of a team;
Ability to effectively handle a high volume of work and time critical issues;
Basic English communication skills (written and verbal)
Computer knowledge would be an asset;
Safety oriented.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year laboratory Fire Assay experience in a production oriented environment required;
  
• ORDiploma or Degree in Science required, with a concentration in Chemistry or Chemical Sciences preferred.

Working at ALS

Our people are our most valuable asset and drive our success at ALS. We are a diverse community of dedicated professionals united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other. At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders.

Our Benefits

• Pay Transparency
• Structured wage increases.
• Comprehensive benefit package including: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, access to company perks)
• Additional vacation days for years of service
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more)