Technician - Sample Preparation (General Labour / Production)

2 days ago

Lakefield, Ontario, Canada SGS Full time
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 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

This position will carry out various routine testing and analysis, following written work instructions under the direction of the Supervisor of a specific department.

  • Duties may include sample identification, sample preparation, sample dilutions, 
  • Ensure samples are logged into LIMS accurately and in a quick manner.
  • Working knowledge of LIMS
  • Ensure samples are catalogued and stored in an efficient and easily retrievable manner.  
  • Assists laboratory personnel in locating and retrieving of samples and also responsible for sample disposal or returning samples to clients.
  • Maintain and record equipment calibrations.
  • Preparation of standards and reagents.
  • Interpreting and evaluating results.
  • Monitor Equipment maintenance & laboratory supplies. 
  • Follow all Quality system protocols, report discrepancies to the Supervisor.
Qualifications
  • A minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) is required.
  • Experience is a Laboratory environment is an asset. 
  • Good hand/eye coordination when handling samples & lab equipment
  • Must be comfortable with numerals in order to monitor data on a computer screen.
  • Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner. 
  • Able to work well under pressure during high (peak) workloads and balancing conflicting demands of high volume versus the quality of results. 
  • Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook).
  • Candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work well with others & independently. 
  • Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
  • Able to work a rotating schedule - days, afternoons & evenings.  
Additional Information

 SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.

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