Weigh Room Technician
Core
Perform weighing techniques, bench tests, and equipment calibration in a geochemistry laboratory to analyze physical samples.
Role type
Junior laboratory technician (geochemistry/assaying)
Builds
Analytical data and physical sample reports for mining and materials testing clients
Domain
Mining / Geochemistry / Laboratory Testing
Required skills
Weighing techniques, bench testing, equipment calibration, data entry, sample examination, routine maintenance
Preferred skills
Science degree (Chemistry/Chemical Engineering), laboratory experience
Technologies
SLIMS, Fire Assay, Acid Digests, Fusions, Leco, TIC, MMI
Responsibilities
Perform weighing techniques per SOPs, conduct simple bench tests (LOI, specific gravity, moisture), calibrate and maintain equipment, enter data into SLIMS, examine samples for suitability, maintain clean working environment, assist in training new technicians
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC