Fire Assay Assistant - Forklift Operation (FA1)

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Location: ALS Geochemistry, North Vancouver
Reports to: Fire Assay Manager
About the Position:
Independently supports Fire Assay warehouse operations- covering receiving, inventory management, supply storage, issuing dispatching. This role combines heavy equipment operation, rigorous sample traceability, and strict adherence to safety and environmental protocols to support daily production goals.
Specific Responsibilities:
Inventory, Receiving & Dispatch
· Receive, store, issue, and dispatch consumables, reagents, and other Fire Assay materials
· Receive flux and other dry reagents, including internal transfers from the main warehouse, and verify counts, labels, seals, paperwork, and inventory
· Receive consumables and reagents and check certificates of analysis, lot numbers, and expiry dates where applicable
· Issue materials to production against requisitions and record batch and lot traceability
Warehouse Operations & Equipment
· Operate propane-driven forklift and electric pallet jack in a safe and effective manner
· Dump cupels, crucibles, slag waste, and manage super sacks
· Load trailers using the forklift and safely maneuver the electric pallet jack inside the trailer
· Work at height using approved equipment, including forklift and man-cage, where authorized
· Operate warehouse and support equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, scales, label printers, and scanners
· Maintain minimum and maximum stock levels for crucibles, cupels, flux, litharge, and other materials
Tracking, Documentation & Quality Control
· Conduct cycle counts and monthly stock takes and investigate inventory variances
· Register and scan barcodes, or tracking sheets and maintain chain-of-custody records
· Sort, stage, and deliver supplies to Fire Assay sections including fusion, cupellation, and finishing according to priority
· Maintain records including receiving logs, inventory reports, and temperature or humidity records where required
Safety, Housekeeping & Compliance
· Follow chemical handling rules, SDS requirements, PPE requirements, and segregation of incompatible materials
· Support hazardous waste handling, including lead-containing waste, spent cupels, and slag, in accordance with procedures
· Perform courtyard clean-up, including disposal of wood and metal waste into designated bins
· Dispose of lead wastewater in the designated tote in accordance with established procedures
· Manage Fire Assay supplies and maintain cleanliness of the warehouse floor and storage areas
· Maintain clean and organized storage areas, clear aisles, and proper racking standards
· Report incidents, spills, damaged goods, and near-misses immediately
· Ensure all safe work procedures and standard working procedures are strictly adhered to
· Ensure cleaning and maintenance schedules are complete
· Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures
· Other duties as assigned
Fire Assay operation support
· Crucible management and set up/prepare samples for fusion;
· Perform fusion and cupellation processes using furnace tools;
· Assist on Fire Assay floor housekeeping on a regular basis.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Core Technical Warehouse Competencies
· Familiarity with warehouse, inventory, and material handling processes
· Basic computer skills including LIMS, Excel, and ERP systems
· Traceability-focused mindset with the ability to maintain chain-of-custody records
· Understanding of hazardous materials, warehouse safety practices, and chemical handling requirements
· Good physical stamina and safe manual handling practices
Work Style & Behavioural Attributes
· Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping skills
· Organized and highly motivated individual
· Detail-oriented individual
· Safety oriented.
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Communication & Teamwork
· Strong teamwork and communication skills
· Ability to work independently or as part of a team
· Ability to effectively handle a high volume of work and time-critical issues
Required Qualifications:
· Completion of High School Education required
· Warehousing experience preferred
· Forklift license, where required, with demonstrated safe operation
· Laboratory, warehouse, or industrial experience in a production-oriented environment would be an asset
· Experience handling chemicals, consumables, or production materials would be an asset.
Physical Demands
Lifting & Mobility
· Able to lift up to 50lbs
· Able to stand and walk for a full shift
· Able to sit at a desk and do general office work, which includes periodic sedentary responsibilities;
· Possess manual dexterity to perform repetitive tasks
· Comfortable with forklift operation, pallet jack use, and working at height using approved equipment where authorized
Environment & Exposure
· Able to work within a dusty and noisy environment
· Able to work around lead-bearing materials while complying with required controls and PPE