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SGS

Sample Preparation Technician (General Labourer)

Cochrane, ON, Canada

$25 CAD / hour · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $25 CAD / hour
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Mar 30, 2027
Experience: 0 - 1 years of relevant work experience required or equivalent experience through education.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 1, 2026

Original job description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

The Sample Preparation Technician is responsible for performing routine sorting, transferring, drying, crushing, pulverizing and screening of geological materials in accordance with client work order instructions and laboratory quality guidelines and procedures.

This position works on a rotational schedule of days and nights. Shifts are 12-hours in length on a 2-2-3 continental schedule.

•Unpack, sort, transfer and dry samples

•Execute and perform crushing, pulverizing and screening of geological materials as per SGS’ Standard Operating Procedures.

•Conduct routine quality checks including particle size analysis, dust loss and report data immediately to the Supervisor or group leader if results are outside of acceptability parameters.

•Ensure that work order documentation is complete in every respect and QC results are entered into SLIMS as necessary.

•Maintain clean and organized workbench area ensuring spills are immediately cleaned; disposal is according to laboratory procedures including any special requirements for handling international soils.

•Ensure that equipment is maintained in good order making the Supervisor or group leader aware of any damaged or defective equipment or any equipment requiring adjustment i.e. pulverising time or crushers gapping.

•Keep all records and notebooks in good order including work order and equipment maintenance logs .

•May be asked to work in other areas of the Geochemistry laboratory sections when required.

Qualifications

•High school Diploma.

•0 - 1 years of relevant work experience required or equivalent experience through education.

•Strong analytical and mechanical skills

•Ability to perform routine bench tests

•A willingness to learn new analytical tests, instrumentation and procedures

•Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.

•Candidates must demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills

•Ability to work well with others & independently.

•Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.

•Works 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.

•Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

Additional Information

Compensation: $25 per hour

Some benefit highlights:

80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision
Paid time off
RRSP Program Eligibility

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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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Responsibilities

Prepare geological samples by sorting, drying, crushing, pulverizing, and screening them according to work orders and laboratory procedures. Perform routine quality checks, document results, maintain equipment and a clean work area, and follow health and safety requirements.

Requirements

A high school diploma and 0–1 years of relevant experience or equivalent education-based experience are required. Candidates should have analytical and mechanical skills, attention to detail, communication and time-management abilities, and the capacity to work independently or with a team on rotating day and night shifts.

Skills

Sample Preparation
Sorting And Transferring Samples
Drying Geological Materials
Crushing And Pulverizing
Screening
Particle Size Analysis
Dust Loss Testing
Quality Control
Laboratory Documentation
Equipment Maintenance
Analytical Skills
Mechanical Skills
Following Work Instructions
Communication
Time Management
Attention To Detail

Benefits

Health, Dental And Vision Coverage
Paid Time Off
RRSP Program Eligibility

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Keywords

Geological Materials
Sample Preparation
Sample Sorting
Sample Drying
Crushing
Pulverizing
Screening
Particle Size Analysis
Dust Loss
Quality Control
Standard Operating Procedures
Work Orders
SLIMS
Laboratory Procedures
Equipment Maintenance
Equipment Logs
Geochemistry
Health And Safety
Code Of Integrity
Rotational Shifts
Continental Schedule
Mining

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