Laboratory Technician, Food Chemistry
- 3260 Production Way, Burnaby, BC, V5A 4R4, Canada
Salary: $18.90 per hour · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- Salary: $18.90 per hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Company Description
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
Job Description
The Laboratory Technician handles samples, performs chemical analyses and reports accurate and timely data according to Laboratory Operating Procedures and test methodologies.
- Performs applicable testing with proper proficiency training with Supervision
- Assists with cleaning laboratory carts, glassware, racks
- Maintains cleanliness of laboratory work surfaces
- Maintains records of all quality activities as required in Operating Procedures and Test Methods
- Homogenizes samples following standard protocols
- Maintains and verifies equipment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Chemistry or related field required
- Commercial laboratories experience an asset
WORK SCHEDULE - Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM (flexibility will be provided)
Additional Information
Salary: $18.90 per hour
Some benefit highlights:
- 80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision
- Paid time off
- RRSP Program Eligibility
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.
Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Laboratory Technician is responsible for handling samples, performing chemical analyses, and reporting accurate data according to established protocols. They also assist with laboratory maintenance, including cleaning equipment and verifying the functionality of laboratory tools.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree or diploma in Chemistry or a related field. Previous experience in a commercial laboratory setting is considered an asset.
Skills
- Chemical analysis
- Sample handling
- Laboratory procedures
- Data reporting
- Equipment maintenance
- Sample homogenization
- Quality control
- Laboratory safety
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Science & Research
- Food & Beverage
- Manufacturing
Keywords
- Laboratory Technician
- Food Chemistry
- Chemical Analysis
- Sample Preparation
- Quality Control
- Laboratory Procedures
- Chemistry
- Testing
- Inspection
- Certification
- Homogenization
- Equipment Maintenance
- Data Reporting
- SGS