Fire Assay Technician Sparks, NV

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City:Sparks

State:Nevada

Fire Assay - Sparks NV

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Fire Assay Manager the Fire Assay Technician is responsible for conducting analysis of mineral samples by fusion. This individual will operate fusion equipment and ensure all required calibration records are maintained accurately and in a timely manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Load pour and pound fusion in a safe manner

Proactively work as a team to oversee other team members load and pour methods to ensure team safety

Carefully set up crucible for mixing and discard all crucibles that should no longer be in use

Ensure fast and accurate processing of incoming samples in priority sequence

Perform and document quality checks at all stages of sample handling and halt production where necessary by Hold card

Operate fusion equipment and ensure all required calibration records are maintained

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 Mineralogical Technician position

Act in a safe and professional manner and wear appropriate attire including the required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Other duties as assigned from time to time

Supervisory Responsibilities

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Skills

The requirements listed below are representative of acquired skills required.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Keen attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy

Excellent interpersonal organization and time management skills

Excellent multi-tasking skills

Able to work with other team-mates

Able to accept constructive criticism

Computer literate

Competencies

The requirements listed below are competencies required to perform the job successfully.

Following safe work protocol

Able to read and comprehend instruction and follow SOP

Keen attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy

Safely perform physically demanding tasks with repeated lifting

Education Certifications and Experience (required)

Minimum high school diploma

Post-secondary in science or chemistry is an asset

Previous experience in sample preparation or in a mineral processing lab environment considered an asset

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Able to work in a hot environment

Stand and walk for most of the shift

Able to perform with appropriate PPE

Safely perform physically demanding tasks with repeated lifting

Ability to handle weights of up to 50 lbs for prolonged periods

Open and inclusive mindset with a willingness to work in a team dynamic

At Bureau Veritas we are dedicated to ensuring our employees receive fair and competitive pay accompanied by comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

Heres a breakdown of what we provide:

Pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills experience and market location.

Our Health and Welfare Benefits are designed to meet your needs eligible on your first day of employment:

Medical Dental and Vision coverage

Company-matched Retirement plan

Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Life Insurance and AD&D coverage

Paid Parental Leave Up to 10 Weeks for Pregnancy

Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Optional life and pet insurance

EAP and Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Programs

Tuition Assistance and/or Professional Development

Employee Discounts

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