Laboratory Technician, Microbiology- Environmental
1 week ago
**Company Description**:
- We are SGS - the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,700 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world._
- Duties may include sample reception, sample identification, sample preparation, sample dilutions, setting up analytical batches and analysis, batch Quality Control, use of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
- Read plates and test tubes, as required, to determine number/presence/absence of organisms in samples.
- Prepare media and broth for use in pathogen testing as required.
- Experience in membrane filtration, pour plate, and other microbiological techniques preferred.
- Process samples, make media and reagents using aseptic technique.
- Ensure samples are cataloged and stored in an efficient and easily retrievable manner.
- Calibration and set up of laboratory equipment prior to analysis.
- Maintain and record equipment calibrations.
- Interpreting and evaluating results.
- Monitor Equipment maintenance & laboratory supplies.
- Follow all company health, safety and environmental policies.
- Maintains a clean working environment.
- Follow all Quality system protocols, report discrepancies to the Supervisor.
- May be asked to work in other areas of the Environmental Services laboratory sections.
- May be assigned and coordinate special or ad hoc projects as needed.
**Qualifications**
- A post-secondary education (degree and/or diploma) in a Science related program (Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology) or equivalent experience or training required
- Ability to perform routine bench and instrumental analysis including ability to understand assay methods
- Good hand/eye coordination when handling samples & lab equipment
- Must be comfortable with numerals to monitor data on a computer screen.
- Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
- Must possess strong analytical skills
- Working knowledge of LIMS is an asset
- Able to work well under pressure during high (peak) workloads and balancing conflicting demands of high volume versus the quality of results.
- Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work well with others & independently.
- Experience in an ISO 17025 accredited lab is an asset
- Extended hours and shift work may be required
- Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.
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