Trace Organics - Laboratory Technician 1

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Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Reports to: Laboratory Supervisor / Laboratory Manager

Department: Trace Organics

Location: Burnaby. B.C.

Full-Time

Basic Purpose: 

Responsible for performing sample preparations and to provide general lab support in the analysis of samples, in accordance with departmental standard operating procedures and health and safety policies.

Key Accountability/Responsibilities:

•  Review LIMS summary reports to plan and organize daily work
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) when conducting 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
• Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within holding time requirements
• Identify and communicate procedural non conformances to Supervisor
• Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabeling, sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples and other materials
• Provide general lab support
• Provide supervisor/manager with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays
• Adhere to Bureau Veritas Code of Ethics Policy
• Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program
• Participate, when requested in department and health and safety meetings
• Participate, when requested in internal and external audits
• Keep work area clean, neat and organized
• Maintain training records and relevant qualifications
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Knowledge:

• B.Sc. with a focus in Chemistry or a technical diploma
• Experience with GC instrumentation and analysis would be an asset
• Positive outlook with a ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Good time-management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills
• Ability to be adaptable and flexible to a changing environment
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Detail orientated & good record keeping skills
• Ability to accurately follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and instructions
• Ability to learn quickly

Working Conditions:

• High level of work production in fast paced lab environment
• May require flexible workings hours, overtime and shift work
• May involve long periods of standing

• · Hazardous materials are handled using established safety procedures and appropriate PPE
• Some lifting and carrying
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The salary range for this role is  $19.97-$21.00

Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,  experience, and market location.

Competitive, equitable salary with top-tier health benefits, dental, and vision insurance.