Lab Assistant

7 months ago


Amherst, Canada EPC Industries Limited Full time

**Laboratory Assistant (Summer Student Job)**

Emmerson Packaging is a third-generation family-owned company. We are an industry leader in flexible packaging solutions, and we love what we do We pride ourselves on meeting and exceeding the highest quality standards in everything we do, including adding talented people to our team This passion and pride have won us the distinction of being named one of Canada’s Best Managed companies for 14 years running.

This is a full-time, temporary summer position.

**Our Values say it best**:

- We enhance our lives by helping others succeed
- We care about our clients, each other, and our communities
- We are responsible for the outcome of our actions
- We strive to do the right thing, even if it costs us

**JOB SUMMARY**:
The Laboratory Assistant conducts testing of samples and assists with daily laboratory tasks.

**JOB TASKS**:

- Operates laboratory equipment.
- Prepares samples for testing.
- Conducts routine testing as required by customers and internal processes.
- Collects and maintains records from laboratory testing.
- Writes technical laboratory testing reports.

**COMPETENCIES**:

- Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel software programs.
- Must have good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Must have demonstrated strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Must have good time-management and organizational skills.
- Must have strong mathematical ability.

**REQUIRMENTS**:

- Secondary school (High School) diploma, or equivalent

**PREFERRED**:

- Working toward a Diploma or degree in a Science or Laboratory Technology Program.
- Experience documenting technical laboratory test reports.

**What's in it for YOU?**
- Competitive wages
- Training and development support
- On site gym and cafeteria
- Being part of an awesome team


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