The Laboratory Technician (Fire Assay) will assist with the day-to-day running of thelaboratory for precious metals testing. You will be reporting to the Chemist/Lab Manager. You will be based in Pekan Nanas, Pontian district in Johor.**Key Accountabilities**:**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 furnace for the fire assay- Mix reagents for acid digestions- 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 and when required.**Setting up of Fire Assay Laboratory**- Assist with the set-up of laboratory, prepare the SOPs for Fire Assay Techniques**Measurement and Calibration**arise impacting on the quality of analytical results.correctly to the Lab Manager.**Perform Laboratory Data Analysis and Reporting**arise impacting the quality of analytical results.**Quality Control**used.**Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting**to the Lab manager.laboratory.**Laboratory HousekeepingManpower PlanningCompliance with Safety Protocols and Local Regulatory**related to the laboratory. (Eg: DoE, DOSH, BOMBA, Poison Act etc.)generated as a part of daily work performed in a safe manner and in compliance with thedisposal regulations and requirements.employees in maintaining readiness to respond to emergencies within the workplace.**Skills and Knowledge:Educational & Professional QualificationsRelevant Experience**process.metals including gold, silver, platinum, palladium, rhodium is an advantage.**Personal Characteristics & Behaviours**creativity.**Work Arrangements/Schedule**- Monitor analytical processes and take remedial action where deviations / discrepancies- Report any apparatus or equipment which, to your knowledge, is not functioning- Testing of precious metals scraps through cupellation method (fire assaying).- Evaluate, validate, ensure and report technical accuracy of reporting analytical results- Monitor analytical processes and take remedial actions where deviations / discrepancies- Re-analyse analysis 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- Report any apparatus or equipment which, to your knowledge, is no functioning correctly- Procurement and placement of all consumables, equipment and fixtures.- Assist in the general / preventive maintenance of equipment and housekeeping of the- Maintain and record equipment faults. - Troubleshooting of 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 time keeping administration.- Maintain productivity and turnaround time.- Promote and implement workplace safety initiatives- Ensure and maintain proper sample disposal of cupels, fire assay lead wastes or water- React appropriately and immediately to emergency situations and assists other- Minimum Diploma qualification in Chemistry or its related field.- At least 3 years' experience as a Fire Assayer.- Demonstrated understanding of the analytical processes in Fire Assay and the analysis- Experience in selecting and setting up of equipment and processes to recover precious- Possess experience and the ability to operate ICP / XRF is an advantage.- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills coupled with a receptive approach to- Proficient and determined to accomplish tasks effectively.- Ability to work with others with strong communication skills.- Monday - Friday, Regular working hours**Job Benefits**Health Insurance- Panel clinic- AWS(Annual Wage Supplement)- Annual Leaves**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent**Salary**: RM4,000.00 - RM6,000.00 per month**Benefits**:- Additional leaveSchedule:- Day shift- Monday to FridaySupplemental pay types:- Yearly bonusAbility to commute/relocate:- Pekan Nenas: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)Application Question(s):- What is your notice period? (REQUIRED)- What is your last drawn salary? (REQUIRED)- What is your expected salary? (REQUIRED)- Do you have a Diploma or Degree qualification in Chemistry or its related field?- 1.Do you have at least 3 years' experience as a Fire Assayer?2. How many years of experience do you have as a lab technician?- Do you have experience and the ability to operate ICP / XRF(Inductively Coupled Plasma/X-ray Fluorescence)? This is an added advantage*- Are you willing to work overtime whenever necessary? (REQUIRED)- Do you have the knowledge and experience in safe handling of industrial chemicals?- 1.Do you hav
