Sample Preparation Technician

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About the role

Independently weigh prepared pulp for the analysis of geological samples. Uses correct methods in accordance with established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment by following established safety rules and regulations and ALS best practices.
• Report all safety concerns to the Supervisor or Manager and participate in incident investigations when required.
• Operate and maintain analytical balances in accordance with ALS procedures.
• Accurately weigh pulp samples within ALS established weight ranges and standardized work instructions.
• Inspect prepared pulp samples for poor homogeneity (non- uniform grain sizes)
• Identify poorly prepared pulp samples and report to the supervisor or Manager.
• Repost all quality concerns to supervisor including equipment problems and suspected sample mix-ups while weighing. Corrects the problem with assistance from supervisor.
• Use Webview to locate, transport and update disposition of client samples by workorder or digestion run number.
• Wash labware using correct lab procedures to prevent cross contamination and maintain a good circulation of available test tubes and racks.
• Safely dispose sample solution waste using correct lab procedures.
• Recommend ideas for safety, quality, or productivity improvements.
• May create digestion run batches on Webview with assistance.
• May assist in training new employees.
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager/ Supervisor.

About you 

• Basic computer skills in using software applications required.
• Good hand eye coordination.
• Good listening skills.
• Able to work in team setting.
• Good organizational skills.
• Quality and detail-oriented individual.
• Ability to work independently or under supervision.
• Basic English communication skills required (verbal and written).

Required Qualifications