Sample Weigh Technician

About Us

A global company with a local presence. Actlabs is a Canadian owned company founded in 1987. We are recognized throughout the world as a leader in analytical testing and development services. With over 30 years of experience, our analytical laboratories provide high quality analysis impacting every aspect of our life including: Mining and Mineral Exploration, Agriculture, Cannabis, Environmental, Forensics, Life Sciences, Material Testing, Occupational Health and Petroleum Industries.

We’re investing for the future, implementing innovative strategies to allow us to continually strengthen and lead in the industries that we serve. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who wants to join an established and growing company.

General Description: The position involves the repetitive weighing of soil/rock powders for the chemical laboratory.

Education: High School Diploma

Hours: Day Shift (8:00am-4:00pm) position, extended hours may be required

Requirements·

- Exhibit strong organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills

- Demonstrate initiative, reliability and common sense

- Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure

- Ability to meet deadlines and targets

- Good manual dexterity and basic computer skills

- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English

- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and participate as a team member as required

- Good interpersonal skills

- Work safely and conscientiously consistent with Company Policies

- Compliance with the company’s Health & Safety and Professional Conduct Policies

Responsibilities

May include some or all of the following; or any other tasks assigned directly or indirectly by the department manager

- Complete and maintain required logs

- Label samples received, test tubes and package boxes

- Sort samples

- Ability to follow written or verbal instructions to weigh samples for analysis

- Archive samples and record location

- Weigh samples using a decimal balance

- Catalogue and inventory all samples after work is complete

- Maintain and report equipment issues as they relate to sample weigh and production related issues

- Communicate effectively with team members

- Maintain departmental housekeeping

- Assist in ensuring turnaround time meets client’s requirements

At Actlabs, you’ll join a global team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the world. You will collaborate with passionate experts shaping the future of safety, quality, and sustainability. Join a team united by shared values and a commitment to building a better tomorrow. Become part of a dynamic and professional team where your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded. Apply now and take the next step in your career with us!

This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.

A Workplace for All:

At Actlabs, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we strive to ensure that all voices are heard, all cultures are respected, and a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but essential to our success. We treat each other with fairness and dignity, regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is key to driving innovation and achieving excellence.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that applicants applying for Canadian job positions must be authorized to work in Canada.

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Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: From $18.85 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kamloops, BC V1S 1S2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person