Chemistry Laboratory Specialist

3 weeks ago


Markham, Ontario, Canada Mérieux NutriSciences Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Chemistry Laboratory Specialist to join our team at Mérieux NutriSciences. As a key member of our laboratory team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and quality of our testing and analysis.

Key Responsibilities
  • Composting and grinding of samples for analysis as required.
  • Perform chemical analyses such as protein, moisture, fat, ash, and other components.
  • Prepare samples for analysis according to procedure, retrieving them from designated areas.
  • Perform chemical analyses of macronutrients, micronutrients, or other parameters as designated.
  • Extract desired components from samples using appropriate processes to determine concentration.
  • Prepare standards and reagents needed for analysis procedures.
  • Label and track all samples throughout the process to ensure client and sample numbers can be tracked.
  • Perform calculations, checking, and interpretation of results where applicable.
  • Track the status of designated tests to ensure client turnaround time commitments are met and inform supervisor of non-compliance.
  • Assist other departmental personnel with analysis tasks to ensure testing proceeds according to specified time limits.
  • Update logbooks, transfer data, and maintain records, including quality records for specified tests, and notify supervisor of non-compliant results.
  • Perform necessary housekeeping duties in a timely manner, keeping work areas and equipment clean and sanitized.
  • Participate in cleaning schedules and maintain retain samples as required.
  • Train analysts where required and participate in training programs.
  • Perform necessary preventative maintenance on instrumentation according to identified schedules.
  • Clean and prepare glassware for future analysis use.
  • Ensure materials and supplies are maintained and available for the next analysis, including preparation of reagents where applicable.
  • Coordinate with other department personnel to maintain a smooth flow of work.
  • Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) required to complete job responsibilities.
  • Support corporate quality and continuous improvement processes, including participation in monitoring of quality parameters as assigned, and performance of necessary tasks related to quality control parameters for the test being performed.
  • This position has the responsibility and authority to identify departures from the quality system or test procedures and document such observations in accordance with the prescribed complaint system and supervisor is notified.
  • Responsibility to support laboratory management in the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the quality management system.
  • Adhere to all safety policies.
Requirements
  • A basic level of knowledge in both wet and instrumental chemistry procedures to perform analysis on samples.
  • A general knowledge of the Laboratory Information Management System is required to process client data.
  • The incumbent needs a basic knowledge of analytical chemistry to perform analysis procedures.
  • Manual dexterity is needed to manipulate samples where required.
  • A basic knowledge of personal computers is useful to accurately enter testing data and results.
  • Analytical skills are necessary for completion of tasks within the department.
  • A basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and policies is necessary to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Planning skills are useful to maintain supplies of analysis materials and ensure analysis is completed within specified time.
Why Mérieux NutriSciences?
  • Contribute to an inspiring public health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
  • Have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
  • Be part of a community of enthusiastic and skilled people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than themselves.
  • Be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in singularities and differences.
  • Grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.


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