QA/qc Technician

Burnaby

Fixed Term Contract

**MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES**

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, **join us**

**YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE**

We are looking for a **QA/QC Technician - Co-op** in #106- 8255 North Fraser Way, Burnaby, B.C. V3N OB9 CAN. Your mission will be to:
The incumbent assists in maintaining and communicating the laboratory quality assurance system by ensuring that laboratory procedures are being performed within specified quality guidelines. These activities ensure that the quality requirements are implemented adequately and the quality system is reviewed, improved and updated, and ensures that in-process reworks are reduced and accuracy of results and customer satisfaction is improved. The incumbent reports to the Quality Assurance Manager.

Main activities:

- Assist with the maintenance of quality and safety-related documents (Manuals, Procedures, Work Instructions, Charts, and Guidelines).
- Assist with internal audits as per approved schedules in accordance with pertinent quality documents and prepare all the corresponding documents and reports.
- Assist with the implementation of internal quality control programs, evaluation of the results and in the establishment of the internal repeatability and reproducibility of standard methods.
- Assist with managing the internal and external calibration program and review records. Verify internal calibrations are carried out as per the requirements of the protocol.
- Participate in internal calibration and temperature profile program (pipettes, syringes, thermometers, coolers, freezers, ovens, incubators, etc.)
- Maintain reference standard inventory in LIMS. Log reference standards and blank materials into the LIMS for traceability.
- Maintain knowledge of LIMS that is required to complete job responsibilities.
- Archive laboratory records according to quality system procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the QA Manager.

**YOUR PROFILE**

The rate of pay for this position is $16.50/hourly.

**Profile**:
The incumbent must have a general knowledge of microbiology and chemistry, possibly obtained from a related degree or job experience, to analyze and interpret quality control data accurately. A basic knowledge of food science is necessary to analyze the microbiological or chemical content of food samples. A broad knowledge of laboratory procedures and policies is necessary to develop and maintain appropriate quality control systems and employee training programs. A general knowledge of the Laboratory Information Management System is required to ensure the accuracy of client data. A general knowledge of personal computer software and basic data entry skills is needed to generate special reports and calculate quality control results. Planning skills are needed to ensure that analysis tasks are completed in a timely manner. Oral and written communication skills are required to write special reports and work with laboratory personnel on quality issues.

The incumbent frequently makes decisions regarding the accuracy and validity of testing results and the proper means to investigate problems. Recommendations are made to laboratory management regarding changes to procedures or quality control systems. Unique or unusual problems can require the input of laboratory management in order to determine the optimal solution. Standard Operating Procedures and federal guidelines establish standards from which solutions can be implemented. Factual data is used to make recommendations that will affect the efficiency of the work unit. Mistakes are identified and corrected from the recommendation to the manager/supervisor. The decisions of the incumbent will impact the client, the laboratory and the testing procedure.

The incumbent gets direction from the QA Manager. The incumbent works toward general goals and objectives established by laboratory management. The method of attaining the goals is determined by the incumbent in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures. The assigned tasks must be completed within an established time frame to avoid delay in preparing for audits.

Required skills:
Management:
None

Work Environment:
The incumbent works in an administrative office with proper lighting and temperature control. This position involves some exposure to laboratory settings where the necessary safety equipment is required. Occasion