QAQC Technician

Sil Industrial Minerals is a company of good, hard-working people dedicated to providing excellent service and top-quality products for its customers through leading edge technology. That's why Sil Industrial Minerals is Western Canada's leader in industrial sands, blasting abrasives and equipment.

Work for Sil and enjoy being home with your family/friends every night!

We offer: Benefits, Pension

Job Type: Full Time

Schedule: 8+ Hours/day, weekdays, possible schedule changes as per Operational Requirements

Location: Bruderheim, AB – 570079 Range Rd 204, non-camp position, approximately 12 km north of Bruderheim on Range Road 204

Essential: Hard-working, reliable, flexible with schedule, ability to work in physically demanding conditions

Requirements:

· Familiarity with aggregate and/or proppant testing according to API, CSA, and ASTM standards

· Experience using, maintaining, and calibrating laboratory equipment

· Experience managing small teams is considered an asset

· Reliable personal transportation and driver’s license

· Experience with Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2015) or other quality system

Pre-employment:

· Drug and alcohol testing (swab-based test)

· Successful completion of Company Orientation and site-specific orientation

· Mask Fit Testing

· Baseline Testing (respiratory)

QAQC Technician Responsibilities:

· Analysis of materials at the plant including use of excel and other specialized software on computer.

· Supporting the production team in ensuring production efficiency and quality goals are met.

· Working directly with the production coordinators to ensure samples are collected and analyzed efficiently and information is communicated to the plant operators.

· Ensuring implementation of policies and procedures throughout the QAQC process.

· Perform routine inspections of lab space and materials by executing standard testing protocols.

· Obtain samples and perform sizing and quality tests of washed or finished sand grades.

· Train samplers on procedures and methods used in the QAQC process.

· Ensure the lab area is kept clean and in good working order.

· Perform tests and analyze results from defective or suspect units to determine the causes of the failure.

· Manage and oversee the calibration, operation, and routine maintenance of lab equipment.

· Identification of improvement areas, develop of solutions, and ability to implement solutions.

· Participate as a vital team member, and contribute towards the success of the organization, which may involve the provision of other technical and administrative support, as required.

· Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.

*This is a general responsibilities list and does not include all responsibilities required of the position.

QAQC Technician Qualifications:

· Experience in a QAQC role within a processing facility – either mine or plant is preferred.

· Diploma or degree in civil engineering, geotechnical, or another similar field.

· Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) or eligible to be certified with the Association of Science & Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta (ASET), Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientist of Alberta (APEGA) or similar Designation/Association.

· Field and laboratory experience in inspection and testing of construction materials.

· Knowledge of appropriate testing standards.

· Ability to operate field instruments and equipment.

· Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).

· Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office software, especially Excel.

Sil Industrial Minerals is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We’re Ready. Are You?

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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