M278 EH C(A40) Laboratory Technician| Up to RM6000| 5 days| Pekan Nanas

M278 EH C(A40) Laboratory Technician | Up to RM6000 | 5 days | Pekan Nanas

About the Job:

Position: Laboratory Technician (Fire Assayer)

Salary Range: RM4k to RM6k

Company Background: Metal Recycling

Working Hours: 9am - 6pm (Mon - Fri)

Benefits: EPF, SOCSO, Annual Leave, and Sick Leave

The Laboratory Technician (Fire Assay) will assist with the day-to-day running of the laboratory for precious metals testing and report to the Chemist / Lab Manager.

Job Descriptions:

1. Sample Preparation:

• Receive and label all samples brought into the lab for accountability.
• Prepare samples from drying, crushing, splitting, and pulverising.
• Mix fluxing reagents and load samples in the furnace for the fire assay.
• Perform fire assay techniques such as fluxing, fusing, and cupellation of samples in correct numerical order.
• Perform smelting and sample extraction of precious metals as required.

• Assist with the set-up of laboratory, prepare the SOPs for Fire Assay techniques.

• Monitor analytical processes and take remedial action where deviations arise impacting the quality of analytical results.
• Report any apparatus or equipment not functioning correctly to the Lab Manager.

• Test precious metals scraps through cupellation method (fire assaying).
• Evaluate, validate, ensure, and report technical accuracy of analytical results.
• Re-analyse samples when control results are not within the acceptable range.

• Inspect samples, fusions, lead buttons, and prills to ensure the assaying method is correct.
• Maintain records and accountability of materials (samples and standards) and equipment used.

• Report any apparatus or equipment not functioning correctly to the Lab Manager.
• Procurement and placement of all consumables, equipment, and fixtures.
• Assist in the general/preventive maintenance of equipment and housekeeping of the laboratory.
• Maintain and record equipment faults.
• Troubleshoot analysis methods.

• Ensure and maintain work areas and equipment are clean, tidy, and organised.

• Assist with overtime planning in consultation with the Lab Manager.
• Assist with control and timekeeping administration.
• Maintain productivity and turnaround time.

• Assist with the application and maintenance of all necessary governmental licenses related to the laboratory (e.g., DoE, DOSH, BOMBA, Poison Act, etc.).
• Promote and implement workplace safety initiatives.
• Ensure proper sample disposal of cupels, fire assay lead wastes, or water generated as part of daily work in compliance with disposal regulations.
• React appropriately to emergency situations and assist other employees in maintaining readiness to respond to emergencies within the workplace.

Job Requirement:

1. Minimum Diploma qualification in Chemistry or related field.
2. At least 3 years of experience as a Fire Assayer.
3. Demonstrated understanding of the analytical processes in Fire Assay.
4. Experience in selecting and setting up equipment and processes to recover precious metals including gold, silver, platinum, palladium, and rhodium is an advantage.
5. Experience and ability to operate ICP/XRF is an advantage.
6. Must be willing to work overtime whenever necessary.
7. Knowledge in safe handling of industrial chemicals.
8. Effective verbal and written communication skills.
9. Analytical and critical thinking with an open mind for creativity.
10. Ability to work and committed to get things done.
11. A team player with strong communication skills.