Posted 13 days ago
Laboratory Technician - Mineralogy
@ SGS
Selwyn, Ontario
Overview
SGS is hiring a Laboratory Technician for mineralogy testing on base and precious metal ores, industrial minerals and materials. The full-time role involves sample preparation, analysis, equipment calibration and reporting, paid $20.50 per hour. Candidates need a three-year science diploma and 1 to 3 years of lab experience.
Pay:
Up to $20.50 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Test and analyze base and precious metal ores and industrial minerals
- Receive, sort, crush, split and screen client samples
- Calibrate, set up and repair laboratory equipment
- Compile and analyze data and prepare reports
- Maintain a clean working environment
Requirements summary:
- Three-year post-secondary diploma in a science-related program
- 1 to 3 years of laboratory experience
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Strong attention to detail and time management
- Effective verbal and written English communication
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · smartrecruiters
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-28
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-28
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Quality assurance |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Laboratory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Chemistry, Metallurgical Engineering Technology |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan |
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SGS
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Geneva |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 138 |
Company Description
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, 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.
- Use an applied approach in performing moderate technological functions within laboratory or pilot plant operations.
- Design, develop, test, install and operates equipment and systems.
- Conduct applied research and experimental testing.
- Compile and analyze data and prepare reports.
- Receive, inspect, sort and label client samples.
- Sort, crush, pulverize, split, and screen samples.
- Troubleshoot and repair equipment or components.
- Calibrate and set up equipment prior to analysis.
- Maintain a clean working environment.
Qualifications
- Education: A post-secondary education (three-year diploma) in a Science related program (Chemistry, Metallurgical Engineering Technology, etc.) is required.
- Experience: A minimum of 1 – 3 years of experience in a laboratory setting is required.
- Good hand/eye coordination when handling samples and various equipment.
- 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).
- Proven effective 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 under pressure during high (peak) workloads and to balance conflicting demands of high volume versus quality of results.
Additional Information
Compensation: $20.50 per hour
Some benefit highlights:
- 80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision
- Enhanced Paid time off benefits
- RRSP Program Eligibility
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.
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