Laboratory Technician

2 weeks ago


Sidney BC VL, Capital, Canada SGS Full time
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Specific to work within the Wash-up group:
Maintain the flow of cleaned supplies to meet production requirements by submitting used glassware to wash-up from laboratories on a regular basis;
Wash, bake and store glassware;
Participate in spike witness program;
Take a physical inventory of glassware; and
Ensure Eye Wash and Emergency Shower stations and spill kit supplies are kept in a clean and ready-to-use state.
Specific to work within the Tech group:
Stock approved solvents in the solvent shed;
Report temperatures of lab equipment (fridge, freezer, & moisture oven, daily);
Remove powders for muffle oven (trailer);
Process consumed jars – remove labels, scan & save hardcopies;
Cut copper foil for lab use;
Clean field sampling containers using procedures supplied by the client;
Maintain an adequate level of lab supplies and glassware;
Baking of some consumable lab supplies including, but not limited to, pipettes, c-tubes, u-vials, ECD vials, ampoules, GFA/GFF filters, anti-bumping granules and sodium sulphate;
Maintain a sufficient stock of Seastar water;
Remove recyclables throughout the lab;
Remove waste solvents from the lab and maintaining disposal records;
Solvent rinse glassware, specific to analysis, for analyst use;
Basic maintenance of lab equipment;
Prepare mixed reagents proactively and as required;
Participate in spike witness program;
Maintain adequate solvent storage levels within the tech aisle, and lab if possible;
Specific to Instruments:
Inst. Blanks (varying numbers)
Prepare the archive trays
Stock up on supplies
Order Styrofoam and Kim wipes
Clean instrument sonicator (monthly)

Qualifications
High School Education

Specific technical skills:
Ability to work independently and in a team environment to achieve common goals and objectives;
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
Highly organized, self- motivated and energetic.
Willingness to participate in flexible work schedules (including evenings and weekends);
Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
Works well under pressure.
Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

Additional Information
Salary: $18 - $19 per hour

Some benefit highlights:
80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision
Paid time off
RRSP Program Eligibility
SGS Canada is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to achieving greater accessibility by providing accommodation for people with disabilities during our hiring process. Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.
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