Fire Assay Technician

Company Description

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 Description

1. MAIN JOB PURPOSE

Perform routine analytical techniques related to establish Fire Assay procedures.

2. REPORTING LINE

You will be reported to the Fire Assay Shift Supervisor.

3. RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be responsible for the quality and quantity of samples obtained during the complete analysis of Fire Assay samples.
•  Understand Fire Assay procedures.
•  Be able to perform these procedures safely and diligently.
•  Maintain lead fusion equipment daily.
•  Submit a quality sample of silver beads to the Wet Chem Laboratory.

4. Safety

• Ensure that the required PPE is always worn.
• Ensure that proper hygiene procedures are followed.
• Ensure that a high level of internal management is maintained
• Report all accidents and incidents to the supervisor or management
• Be diligent about safety while performing tasks

5. Operational

• Actively participate in all shift activities as requested by supervisors to ensure that the needs of regular customers are met
• Report all necessary maintenance work to ensure normal operations
• Maintain a clean work area and contribute to regular cleaning and maintenance work
• Ensure that all analytical methods are followed according to instructions

7. Quality Control

• Contribute to maintaining proper record keeping and document control systems

8. Administration

• Keep management informed of any problems occurring within the laboratory
• Notify management when the Low inventory
• Attend training as required
• Maintain good relationships with all client personnel

• Maintain good relationships with relevant government authorities and community assemblies

Qualifications

• Have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Have at least one year of experience in a similar position
• Be able to work under minimal supervision
• Understand lead fusion methods and sample type recognition
• Understand sample preparation and Wet Chem procedures
• Be able to perform all lead fusion operations
• English skills are mandatory

Additional Information

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but rather as a general description of the position. Nothing herein limits the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities related to this position at any time.