Wet Laboratory Technician, Geochemistry

Shifts will include: afternoons (3pm-11:30pm), overnights (11pm-7:30am) and weekends.

Perform a variety of decomposition and leaching methods as per SGS’ Standard Operating Procedures
(SOP). These will include acid digests, selective leaches, fusions and others as required.
-Make basic reagents as necessary.
-Provides feedback to supervisors and/or group leader regarding any issues encountered during
procedures. , unanticipated reactions, loss of samples etc.
-Verify and adjust calibrations on a variety of lab equipment including dispensers, pipettes, balances and
other.
-Ensure that work order documentation is complete in every respect and QC results are entered into
SLIMS as necessary.
-Maintain clean and organized workbench area ensuring spills are immediately cleaned; disposal is
handled according to laboratory procedures including any special requirements for handling
international soils.
-Clean labware as required.
-Ensure that equipment is maintained in good order making the supervisor or group leader aware of any
damaged or defective equipment or any equipment requiring complex adjustment.
-Notify supervisor when consumables are nearing depletion to ensure they are reordered.
-Keep all records and notebooks in good order including work order and equipment maintenance logs
-Adhere to assigned working hours unless otherwise approved by the Supervisor.
-May be asked to work in other areas of the Geochemistry laboratory sections when required.

Qualifications

- Education:

Minimum High school diploma is required but degree or diploma (or equivalent) in Chemistry related field is preferred.

- Experience:

0-3 years of relevant work experience required or equivalent experience through education.
-Strong analytical and mechanical skills.
-Good hand/eye coordination when handling samples & lab equipment.
-Ability to perform routine bench tests.
-A willingness to learn new analytical tests, instrumentation and procedures.
-Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
-Candidates must demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills.
-Ability to work well with others & independently.
-Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
-Works well under pressure.
-Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.
-Travel to other SGS locations or client location may be required.
-Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.
-Must use good judgment to identify and resolve problems on the job. When in difficulty refer problems to his/her supervisor for resolution.
-Intermediate level of creativity required in solving routine problems.
-Proficient in using various type of computer software (Word, Excel, etc.).