Sample Prep Technician

at  Company Bureau Veritas

Sample Prep Technician
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Date: Aug 8, 2024
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, CA
Company: Bureau Veritas
Do you believe in the power of teamwork and sharing ideas? Do you take pride in delivering exceptional quality and service with everything you do? Do you seek out ideas for improving the status quo?
If you want to make a difference and love being surrounded by the best and the brightest minds, Bureau Veritas Canada might be the place for you!
Here are our Core Values:
Trusted
Responsible
Ambitious & Humble
Open & Inclusive
If these values resonate with you, Bureau Veritas is looking for a

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Completion of high school diploma
• Experience using heavy equipment an asset
• Excellent English, verbal and written
• Strong organizing and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to perform physically demanding tasks and repeated lifting
• Handle weights of up to 40 lbs while on shift
• Able to work independently and as a part of a team

BASIC PURPOSE:

Reporting to the Sample Preparation Manager and under the general guidance of the Sample Prep Supervisor and/or Shift Lead Hand, the Sample Preparation Technician performs duties related to the preparation of client samples for analysis

KEY ACCOUNTABILITY/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary responsibilities include the following (but are not limited to):

• Prepare geological samples by crushing, pulverizing or sieving according to Standard Operating Procedures without deviation unless authorized by the Manager
• Ensure fast and accurate processing of incoming samples in priority sequence
• Scan crushing / pulverizing QC checks and equipment used and boxes to the next station upon completion of pages, as required
• Perform and document quality checks during sample preparation according to SOP and halt production upon consultation with the Supervisor where non-compliant
• Operate and clean equipment and notify shift Lead-Hand or Supervisor when equipment maintenance is necessary
• Comply with occupational health and safety legislation, BV Group Policies and Procedures, Upstream Minerals Management System Policies and Procedures and ISO standards applicable to the position
• Act in a safe and professional manner and wear appropriate attire including the required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Provide feedback to Lead-Hand or Supervisor for possible improvements in his/her work area
• Other duties as assigned from time to time