Job Description

As a leading manufacturer of nutritional supplements and other health-building products, we are dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of our customers - through research, development and delivery of effective nutritional products. It is our mission to contribute to the lives of our customers, employees, suppliers and the communities we serve, in a cooperative and sustainable manner.
Calling All Chemistry Graduates!
Do you have a strong science background with a passion for quality control? Would you like a position where you get the chance to put your education/knowledge to use? Are you looking to work for a growing company with opportunities for personal career growth? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Quality Control Laboratory Technician for our QC Department!
We are a growing BC business and one of Canada's leading manufacturers of nutritional supplements, dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of our customers.
Job Summary:
The Laboratory Technician supports daily lab activities, while taking into consideration the company's commitment to our seven core values such as Sustainability (people, planet, and profit), in the planning and implementation of all actions related to areas of responsibility.
You Will:

• Work Monday to Friday 9:30am - 6:00pm
• Conduct physical testing of products and raw materials
• Perform analytical testing utilizing instruments including, but not limited to, UV/VIS, FTIR, Karl Fischer, optical rotation, melting point, pH and titrations
• Archive bulk and raw material samples
• Lift and move items such as chemicals, chemical waste, archive boxes and gas cylinders as required
• Follow and adhere to all given instructions including work procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
• Strictly adhere to and observe all safety policies as outlined in the company policies and training sessions

You Have:

• Completion of a diploma or a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related discipline
• Minimum one year of experience in a similar role
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Proficient with computer software, specifically Microsoft Excel, Word and databases
• Excellent communication in English, both written and verbal
• Must be able to lift and move items up to 50 lbs

You get:

• Great healthcare benefits (including health and personal spending accounts)
• Vacation and wellness days
• Employee appreciation events
• $200 per year to spend on company products
• Employee discount pricing on company products
• Employee assistance program
• Bus pass reimbursement program
• Free parking on site
• RRSP contribution
• Tuition reimbursements upon approval
• Development and growth opportunities

This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located. Only electronic applications can be accepted. This position will close when a competitive candidate pool has been identified. We thank you all for your applications and a member of our team will contact you soon. All the best!
All Internal applicants will be given priority for consideration for the first five business days that this position is posted. After that five days, Internal applicants will be considered along with all other applicants; however, are guaranteed at minimum a call from the Talent Acquisition team.