Fire Assay Technician

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. We are recognised as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 96,000 employees, we operate a network of more than 2,700 offices and laboratories around the world.Job Description1. MAIN JOB PURPOSEPerform routine analytical techniques related to establish Fire Assay procedures.2. REPORTING LINEYou will be reporting to the Fire Assay Shift Supervisor.3. RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible for the quality and quantity of samples obtained during the complete analysis of Fire Assay samples. Understand Fire Assay procedures. Maintain lead fusion equipment daily. Submit a quality sample of silver beads to the Wet Chem Laboratory. Report all accidents and incidents to the supervisor or managementBe diligent about safety while performing tasksActively participate in all shift activities as requested by supervisors to ensure that the needs of regular customers are metReport all necessary maintenance work to ensure normal operationsMaintain a clean work area and contribute to regular cleaning and maintenance workEnsure that all analytical methods are followed according to instructionsContribute to maintaining proper record keeping and document control systemsMaintain good relationships with all client personnelMaintain good relationships with relevant government authorities and community assembliesQualificationsMinimum of a high school diploma or equivalentAt least one year of experience in a similar positionAble to work under minimal supervisionUnderstand lead fusion methods and sample type recognitionUnderstand sample preparation and Wet Chem proceduresBe able to perform all lead fusion operationsEnglish skills are mandatory