Lab Technician (Sample Preparation)

About Alamos Gold Inc.: Alamos Gold is a Canadian-based gold producer with a long-term track record of creating value for all stakeholders through solid financial performance, low-cost production growth, and a company-wide commitment to social responsibility and environmental stewardship. We currently operate three mines – two in Canada and one in Mexico – and we have a strong portfolio of development stage projects, including the Lynn Lake Project and Island Gold Phase 3+ Expansion in Canada, and Puerto Del Aire Project in Mexico. Alamos also has an early-stage exploration project in Canada, the Qiqavik Gold Project. Our core values of safety, teamwork, environmental sustainability, integrity, and commitment allow our more than 1,900 dedicated team members to thrive in their careers and to create a lasting legacy that benefits all Alamos stakeholders.

About Island Gold District: Alamos Gold’s Island Gold District will become one of the largest and lowest-cost gold mines in Canada. With the two mines within the district, Island Gold and Magino employ over 900 team members who work in the underground and open pit operations and are located in northern Ontario, just east of the town of Dubreuilville, 83 kilometres northeast of Wawa. Through ongoing exploration success, Island Gold District’s Mineral Reserves and Resources have continued to grow in size and quality. Join the Island Gold District team and be a part of the long-life mining operations, as we prioritize our employee growth, high performance and a culture of safety and accountability.

Role Overview/Purpose:

Reporting to the Chief Assayer, the Assay Lab Technicians will participate in activities of the plant’s assay laboratory to ensure the provision of timely and accurate test results. The positions will support operations in Sample Preparation, Fire Assay, Wet Chemistry and Instrumentation.

Other duties include carrying out strict QC/QA testing of samples during the preparation process.

Primary Responsibilities:

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  Participates in the plant’s assay laboratory activities to ensure timely and accurate test results including carrying out analytical tests on geology samples and ore processed in the mill to determine gold content.

  
  


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  Participate in the preparation of mine and mill samples which includes Sample Receiving, Sample Drying, Sample Crushing and Sample Pulverizing.

  
  


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  Assist in the Development of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) procedures.

  
  


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  Exercise general supervision of the preparation of mine and mill samples. This includes checking that equipment is well maintained. ensuring use of the proper Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) Comparing the results of QC/QA samples for compliance with permitted tolerances and endorsing test results.

  
  


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  Support an accurate and timely data delivery system back to the customers. This will involve the use of a LIMS package designed for the Sample Receiving and Sample Preparation area.

  
  


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  Assist in developing the most cost effective and accurate methods and procedures. This includes reviewing present methods and as necessary suggesting modifications to suit required applications.

  
  


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  Ensure the continuing availability of consumable supplies, and equipment spares. This includes carrying out regular checks of stock levels.

  
  


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  Create an environment that fosters a safe working environment.

  
  


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  Contribute to the continuous improvement initiatives of the department.

  
  


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  Strong commitment to Safety, health, risk management and environmental standards

  
  

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience:

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  Previous experience in a mining lab or a commercial lab that analyzes mine samples is preferred.

  
  


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  Demonstrated ability to work safely and foster safe working habits in others.

  
  


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  Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all levels of the operation.

  
  


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  Good listening skills

  
  


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  Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.

  
  


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  Able to work in a team setting or independently.

  
  


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  Effective decision-making skills.

  
  


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  Integrity, focus, and a strong work ethic.

  
  

Working Conditions:

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  7x7 rotational work

  
  


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  Ability to lift 30 lbs.

  
  


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  Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.

  
  


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  Ability to wear a respirator for prolonged periods of time

  
  


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  Ability to wear hearing protection for prolonged periods of time

  
  

Alamos Gold Inc. may use artificial intelligence to initially screen or assess applicants for this position with respect to mandatory job requirements.  

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.  

 Alamos Gold Inc. (the “Company”) is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible environment for all third parties, and will provide accommodation where required, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (the “Act”). The Company is committed to excellence in serving all third parties including people with disabilities and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility and meeting the requirements under the Act in a timely fashion.