Laboratory Technician - Calgary

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