Laboratory Analyst 2

Do you believe in the power of teamwork and sharing ideas? Do you take pride in delivering exceptional quality and service with everything you do? Do you seek out ideas for improving the status quo? If you want to make a difference and love being surrounded by the best and the brightest, Bureau Veritas Laboratories might be the place for you

**Imagine being surrounded by the brightest minds in the industry.**

Bureau Veritas is looking for an

**ANALYST 2**

**This is a Full-Time position with Medical Benefits and Retirement Savings Plan**

**As **an ANALYST 2, your responsibilities** **are**:
Position is in the Extractable Hydrocarbons section of the Organic Department. The incumbent will be responsible for all aspects of preparation and analysis of samples submitted for hydrocarbon analysis. This will include, but not be limited to, sample extraction, standard and reagent preparation, instrument maintenance, calibration, analysis and troubleshooting. Reporting of test results and performance of any development activities requested by Manager/Supervisor.
- Review LIMS summary reports to plan and organize daily work
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) when conducting following work:

- Perform sample preparation and procedure prior to analyses
- Perform some basic testing procedures
- Identify any non-routine samples and seek guidance on procedures for handling
- Perform more complex sample preparation and analyses
- Ensure a high level of accuracy in sample preparation and analysis
- Operate and maintain all necessary instruments and equipment to complete tasks (PC / Mac computers, pipettes, thermal cyclers, automated sequencers, liquid handling instruments, etc).
- Proactive in ensuring that consumable supplies are available in the lab
- Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within holding time requirements
- Perform method and/or data validation
- Provide support to ensure that instruments and equipment are maintained
- Assess and correct problems with all laboratory operations according to SOP guidelines and ISO 17025 regulation criteria
- Identify and document all known sample deviations, non-conformances, and/or process deviations and report to the Supervisor.
- Provide input to corrective action procedures and report problems and Corrective Actions to the Supervisor
- Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabeling, sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples and other materials
- Provide Supervisor/Manager with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays
- Evaluate and initiate problem solving in all areas of the laboratory
- Participate in developing Standard Operating Procedures and general work instructions
- Suggest and help to implement production efficiencies
- Recommend solutions (technical/staffing), to make lab more effective and competitive
- Act as a positive change agent in supporting Bureau Veritas’ new initiatives (operational and cultural)
- Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program
- Participates, when requested in lab and Health & Safety meetings
- Participates, when requested in internal and external audits
- Provide training and guidance to junior staff
- Maintain training records and relevant qualifications
- Keep work area clean, neat and organized
- All other responsibilities as assigned
- Availability for shift work, OT and weekend work required

**You are an ideal ANALYST 2 if you have [Minimum Requirements]**:

- Technical diploma required, B.Sc. preferred
- 1 to 3 years of experience in related area of testing
- Sound knowledge of sample handling procedures to ensure continuity and integrity of samples through compliance with laboratory procedures and quality assurance protocols
- Knowledge of, and experience with laboratory Occupational health and Safety practices to handle hazardous materials by taking the necessary precautions

Attributes:

- Provide technical expertise and mentoring to junior staff to effect process changes
- Assesses problems and recommends solutions
- Willing to learn and continuously update skills and expertise through training
- Inspires, motivates and participates in building a strong team environment
- Uses good judgment, trains and assists in resolution of employee relations issues
- Excellent manual dexterity, record keeping, calculations and problem solving abilities
- Flexible to perform varying duties to accommodate changing priorities
- Accurately follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and instructions
- Detail oriented with accurate record keeping skills
- Good time-management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills
- Strong computer skills
- Positive outlook with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Adapts to a changing environment
- Works both independently and as part of a team
- Learns quickly

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