Top Benefits
About the role
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 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer, and more interconnected world.
Job Description
This position will conduct a wide variety of testing and analysis on base and precious metal ores, industrial minerals and materials.
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Receive, inspect, sort and label client samples.
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Sort, crush, pulverize, split, and screen samples.
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Conduct routine testing.
-
Record test data and communicate results.
-
Carry out routine equipment maintenance.
-
Calibrate and setup equipment prior to analysis.
-
Install and operate equipment and systems.
-
Maintain a clean working environment.
-
Follow all company Health, Safety and Environmental policies.
-
Follow all Quality system protocols and report any discrepancies to the Supervisor.
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May be assigned special or ad hoc project
Qualifications
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A post-secondary education (degree and/or diploma) in a Science related program (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Environmental Science) is a strong asset.
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Laboratory experience is an asset.
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A minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) is required. Required
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Good hand/eye coordination when handling samples & various equipment.
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Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
-
Some proficiency in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook)
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Good time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
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Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in English, in both verbal and written communication.
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Ability to work well with others & independently.
-
Ability to work well under pressure.
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Extended hours and shift work will be required.
Additional Information
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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.
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,700 laboratories and business facilities across 119 countries, supported by a team of 99,250 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance. Our brand promise, when you need to be sure, underscores our commitment to reliability, integrity and trust — enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
Community Guidelines SGS encourages all fans of this page to participate in conversations through questions and comments. Any comments arising from persons sharing or reproducing any communications published by SGS is not controlled or endorsed by SGS. We want to promote an informative and enjoyable environment within this community; we therefore ask that you post content that is both relevant and respectful and you follow LinkedIn's Professional Community Guidelines.
Posts will be removed if they are:
- Offensive, defamatory, discriminatory or obscene
- Fraudulent, deceptive or misleading
- In violation of any intellectual property rights
- In violation of any law or regulation
- Abusive, harassing, stalking or attacking others
- Trolling or deliberate disruption of discussion
- Commercial solicitations or personal promotion
- Spam, link baiting or files containing viruses that could damage the operation of other people’s computers or mobile devices
Intellectual Property Statement Except where expressly stated otherwise, all intellectual property rights, including copyright and trademarks, in any and all communications and materials in any form published by or on behalf of SGS are owned by SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA, Switzerland.
Top Benefits
About the role
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 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer, and more interconnected world.
Job Description
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.
-
Sort, crush, pulverize, split, and screen samples.
-
Conduct routine testing.
-
Record test data and communicate results.
-
Carry out routine equipment maintenance.
-
Calibrate and setup equipment prior to analysis.
-
Install and operate equipment and systems.
-
Maintain a clean working environment.
-
Follow all company Health, Safety and Environmental policies.
-
Follow all Quality system protocols and report any discrepancies to the Supervisor.
-
May be assigned special or ad hoc project
Qualifications
-
A post-secondary education (degree and/or diploma) in a Science related program (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Environmental Science) is a strong asset.
-
Laboratory experience is an asset.
-
A minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) is required. Required
-
Good hand/eye coordination when handling samples & various equipment.
-
Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
-
Some proficiency in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook)
-
Good time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
-
Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in English, in both verbal and written communication.
-
Ability to work well with others & independently.
-
Ability to work well under pressure.
-
Extended hours and shift work will be required.
Additional Information
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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.
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,700 laboratories and business facilities across 119 countries, supported by a team of 99,250 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance. Our brand promise, when you need to be sure, underscores our commitment to reliability, integrity and trust — enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
Community Guidelines SGS encourages all fans of this page to participate in conversations through questions and comments. Any comments arising from persons sharing or reproducing any communications published by SGS is not controlled or endorsed by SGS. We want to promote an informative and enjoyable environment within this community; we therefore ask that you post content that is both relevant and respectful and you follow LinkedIn's Professional Community Guidelines.
Posts will be removed if they are:
- Offensive, defamatory, discriminatory or obscene
- Fraudulent, deceptive or misleading
- In violation of any intellectual property rights
- In violation of any law or regulation
- Abusive, harassing, stalking or attacking others
- Trolling or deliberate disruption of discussion
- Commercial solicitations or personal promotion
- Spam, link baiting or files containing viruses that could damage the operation of other people’s computers or mobile devices
Intellectual Property Statement Except where expressly stated otherwise, all intellectual property rights, including copyright and trademarks, in any and all communications and materials in any form published by or on behalf of SGS are owned by SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA, Switzerland.