Laboratory Assistant - Food Microbiology

Do you believe in the power of teamwork and sharing ideas? Do you take pride in delivering exceptional quality and service with everything you do? Do you seek out ideas for improving the status quo?

If you want to make a difference and love being surrounded by the best and the brightest minds, Bureau Veritas Canada might be the place for you!

Here are our Core Values:

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Responsible

Ambitious & Humble

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If these values resonate with you, Bureau Veritas is looking for a

Job Title: Laboratory Assistant

Reports to: Laboratory Supervisor / Laboratory Manager

Department: Food Microbiology

Location: Burnaby, B.C.

Salary Range: $17-$19

Contract - Fix- Term 

Basic Purpose:

Perform sample preparation and provide general laboratory support

Key Accountability/Responsibilities:

• Prepare samples for analysis
• Keep detailed records as required
• Dispose of waste and general laboratory clean-up as needed
• Monitor and maintain adequate supplies
• All other responsibilities as assigned

Skills and Knowledge:

• Adheres to Bureau Veritas’ Code of Ethics Policy
• High School diploma
• Ability to perform simple calculations
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Accurately follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and instructions
• Positive outlook with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Good time-management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills
• Adapt to a changing environment
• Work both independently and as part of a team
• Team and customer service oriented
• Detail oriented with accurate record keeping skills
• Learn quickly

Working Conditions:

• High level of work production in fast-paced lab environment. Can involve the repetition of the same process. Requires patience, tenacity and persistence
• The job requires flexible working hours, overtime and shift work
• May involve long periods of standing
• Some lifting and carrying (up to 40 lbs)
•  Hazardous materials are handled using established safety procedures and appropriate equipment