Make an impact with SGS! With more than 94,000 employees and 2,600 offices and laboratories across the world, SGS is a silent force working hard behind the scenes to deliver quality and integrity to businesses across nine industries. As the world’s leader in providing inspection, verification, testing and certification services, Forbes ranked the SGS Group as one of the world’s top multinationals and one of the world’s most innovative companies. The Dow Jones Sustainability Index has also recognized the SGS Group for its sustainability processes. In Canada, SGS employs over 2,000 team members across 70 locations.

This position will conduct a wide variety of testing and analysis on base and precious metal ores, industrial minerals and materials.

• Preparing rock samples for mineral processing test work.
• Preparing samples for the following comminution tests - DWI, RWI, SMC, Ai, CWI
• Preparing test charges for - Flotation, Gravity, Leaching
• Must be able to supervise and train personnel train personnel on the above tests and in the operation of the following equipments - Crushers, Grinders, Pulverizers, Splitters
• Receive, inspect, sort and label client samples.
• Sort, crush, pulverize, split, and screen samples.
• Conduct routine and experimental testing.
• Record test data and communicate test results.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment or components.
• Calibrate and set up equipment prior to analysis.
• Install and operate equipment and systems.
• May be assigned or coordinate special or ad hoc projects.
• May be designated Shift Supervisor on an as-required basis.

• Education: A minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) is required.
• A post secondary education (degree and/or diploma) in a Science related program (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering etc.) is highly desirable
• Experience: A minimum of 3 – 5 years of experience in a laboratory setting is a strong asset. 
• Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
• Incumbents must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Good time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Good hand/eye coordination when handling samples and various equipment.
• 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 may be required from time to time.
• Travel to other SGS locations or client location may be required from time to time.
• Must ensure full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

SGS Canada is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to achieving greater accessibility by providing accommodation for people with disabilities during our hiring process.  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.