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ALS Global

Global testing solutions with data-driven insights

Fire Assay Technician

Physical SciencesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeVal-d'Or, QC, CanadaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Excellent written and spoken French; English is an asset.
  • Prepare and present information in an organized and informative manner.
  • Control the chemical reactions of a fire assay.
  • Pay attention to detail and promote safety.
  • Work autonomously and as part of a team.
  • Have two years of experience or a degree in chemistry.
  • Be able to lift up to 50 pounds; lifting assistance from another employee or equipment is required for loads over 50 pounds.
  • Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to act with tact and diplomacy.

Responsibilities

  • Perform flux/sample mixing, fusions, and cupellation.
  • Perform all duties of FA2.
  • Under supervision and with the FT2, ensure and coordinate production activities and work-team management to achieve production, quality, and health and safety results.
  • Apply technical knowledge of fire assay and mix difficult samples such as carbonates and concentrates.
  • Perform cupellations and handle dosing.
  • Assess the quality of work.
  • Begin selecting samples for reanalysis.
  • Apply products and methods correctly and in accordance with requirements.
  • Follow all safety rules.
  • Perform other duties assigned by the director, assistant director, or supervisors.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience preparing samples for fire assay testing or knowledge of geology.

About the Company

ALS Global

Global testing solutions with data-driven insights

ALS Global provides testing services to clients across many industries worldwide. It uses state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies to perform comprehensive tests, with international teams delivering high-quality services and personalized solutions backed by local expertise. The company helps clients turn data into actionable insights to improve safety and health outcomes. Compared with competitors, ALS Global combines a global footprint with local knowledge and tailored approaches, offering data-driven results rather than one-size-fits-all offerings. The goal is to enable a safer and healthier world by applying rigorous testing, analytics, and domain experience to client needs.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Brisbane QLD, Australia
Founded
1863

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