Laboratory Technician-Calgary

POSITION PROFILE

Job Title:                              Laboratory Technician

Reports to (title):                Laboratory Supervisor / Laboratory Manager

Department:                        Laboratory

Basic Purpose:   What is the overall function of the job? 

·         Results oriented to produce high quality defensible analytical data, safely and on time by following applicable Standard Operating Procedures.

·         Perform sample preparation / extractions of target compounds under specific matrices and provides general lab support in the analysis of samples

Key Accountability/Responsibilities:   What specifically is this job expected to accomplish? 

·         Review LIMS summary reports to plan and organize daily work

·         Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) when conducting following work:

o    Perform sample preparation and procedures prior to analyses

o    Perform some basic testing procedures

o    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 mislabelling, 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

·         Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program

·         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

Skills and Knowledge:  What skills and knowledge are used to carry out job responsibilities and solve problems?

·         Post-Secondary school education or equivalent experience

·         Accurately follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) 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

·         Works both independently and as part of a team

·         Learns quickly

Work Relationships

·         Internal:  Laboratory Operations, Customer Service and Sample Logistics Departments

·         External:

Working Conditions:  physical work environment, physical effort, visual and listening attention, and travel

·         High level of work production in fast-paced lab environment.   Can involve the repetition of the same process. Requires patience, tenacity and persistence 

·         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