Job Description

Summary

The Laboratory Technician is generally responsible for the day-to-day analysis of samples arriving in the laboratory ensuring they meet proper specs.

Key Accountabilities

Operations

Provides chemical & physical QA/QC analysis in support of the North Vancouver facility operations Ensures incoming samples are received, processed accurately, completed in a timely manner and archived Responsible for reporting concerns about samples, analytical results and equipment problems to the Laboratory Supervisor Assists in the development and implementation of QA/QC policies and procedures Maintains laboratory housekeeping standards in accordance with the Laboratory Manual and industry accepted laboratory practices Performs routine instrument preventative maintenance Ordering, tracking and maintaining inventory of day-to-day laboratory supplies as required

Technical Support

Provides technical support on assigned projects Provides insight into and interpretation of analytical results Familiar with internal and external industry specifications that support the business

Customer Service

Ensures that results, reports & product release forms (including certificates of analysis) are completed, recorded and appropriately reported/distributed in a timely, efficient and professional manner. Participates in support of customer service initiatives Maintains a good general knowledge of the process, the products and the customers

Safety and Environment

Comply with Corporate & regulatory policies and procedures. Understands and uses the Workplace Hazardous Material Information System Maintains the Laboratory S.D.S. database

Experience & Education

Post-secondary education in Chemistry or related field 1 to 2 years' experience in a laboratory setting would be seen as an asset Good communication, written, mathematical, and verbal skills Ability to adjust to rapidly shifting priorities and ability to work unsupervised Must be able to work shifts (days, afternoons, and swing) with occasional weekends and on call schedule Familiarity with environmental regulations * Basic familiarity with Microsoft programs, such as Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook