
Laboratory Technician
- Mississauga, ON
- Temporary
- Full-time
- Perform sample preparation / extractions of target compounds under specific matrices and provides general lab support in the analysis of samples using various inorganic wet chemistry techniques such as ISE, titration, spectrophotometry, combustion and/ or colorimetry
- Result oriented to produce high quality defensible analytical data, safely and on time by following applicable Standard Operating Procedures.
- Review LIMS summary reports to plan and organize daily work
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) when conducting the following work:
- Perform sample preparation and procedures prior to analyses
- Perform some basic testing procedures
- Identify any non-routine samples and seek guidance on procedures for handling
- Prepare standards and reagents and ensure adequate supplies are available by monitoring quantities
- Ensure a high level of accuracy in sample preparation and analysis
- Operate and maintain all necessary instruments and equipment to complete tasks (pipettes, Balances, pH meters, filtration apparatus, liquid handling instruments, etc.)
- Assess and correct problems with all laboratory operations according to SOP guidelines and ISO 17025 regulation criteria
- Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within holding time requirements
- Identify and document all known sample deviations, non-conformances, and/or process deviations and report to the Supervisor.
- Provide input to corrective action procedures and report problems and Corrective Actions to the Supervisor.
- Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program
- Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabeling, sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples and other materials.
- Provide supervisor/manager with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays
- Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program
- Ability to lift 20Kg of weight
- Participate, when requested in department and Health & Safety meetings
- Participate, when requested in internal and external audits
- Keep work area clean, neat and organized
- Maintain training records and relevant qualifications
- All other responsibilities as assigned
- College Diploma/University Degree in Chemistry or related field.
- Previous experience with Inorganic instrumentation, titration, spectrophotometry, combustion and /or colorimetry is preferred
- Ability to accurately follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and instructions
- Detail oriented with accurate record keeping skills.
- Good time management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills.
- Strong computer skills
- Positive outlook with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Adapts to a changing environment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Dynamic, energetic, motivated individual with a “can-do” attitude.