Lab Technician, Afternoon
About the role
Ecolab, the leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Lab Technician, Quality Control (Afternoon Shift) to support quality testing, maintenance, and calibration of instruments.
What’s In It For You
- The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy and healthy environments
- The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
- Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world
- The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best
What You Will Do
- Work in a very fast paced environment performing analytical testing and QC inspection of assigned materials and products within standard times.
- Record test results accurately and concisely in SAP
- Assist in analyzing and interpreting data including providing solutions
- Follow all safety policies and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
- Assist in maintaining the productivity and organization of a busy quality lab
- Perform calibration of laboratory equipment.
- Follow established Standard Operating Procedures and test methods including making recommends for their improvement
- Ensure compliance with ISO, regulatory and GMP requirements.
- Provide laboratory support to housekeeping team projects, working with multiple project leaders as needed.
- Assist other QC personnel on a project basis.
- Support small, tactical projects including product improvements, costs savings, and regulatory-required reformulations.
Position Details
- Plant location: Mississauga, ON (Tomken/Eglinton)
- Work week and shift: Monday to Friday from 2:30pm to 11:00pm. Some overtime may be requested, based on business need. Position may occasionally be requested to support the day shift, as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Post secondary degree or diploma in a related field
- Experience working in a manufacturing lab environment
- Immigration sponsorship not available for this role
Physical Demands
- Work is completed in a Chemical Manufacturing Quality Control lab with exposure to chemicals and fragrances
- Will be required to wear personal protective equipment including goggles, gloves, safety shoes etc.
- Position involves regular standing for majority of the shift
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in chemical or food manufacturing industry
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work well with other team members
- Customer service focus
- Ability to multi-task and work independently in a fast paced environment
- A high attention to detail and quality in results
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Practical understanding of chemistry
- Knowledge of laboratory practices, scientific terminology, and the characterization and preparation of materials used in routine and special procedures
- Experience with FTIR and/or HPLC
- Knowledge and experience with SAP is an asset
Annual Compensation Range Base salary range is $54,100.00 - 67,600.00. This position has a base salary and is eligible for overtime.
Ecolab in good faith anticipates it will pay within the posted range. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining the compensation for a potential new employee such as education, training, experience, work location, travel (if required), etc.
Benefits Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here https://jobs.ecolab.com/working-here/ to see our benefits.
If you are interested in this opportunity, we invite you to apply today! Please apply by: March 6, 2026
Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance in all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement. Ecolab will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin,citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability.
About Nalco Water, An Ecolab Company
A global leader in water and process management solutions, Nalco Water, an Ecolab company, works with customers across a wide range of industries to help meet their specific sustainability and business goals. With a presence at more than 100,000 customer sites, our solutions combine connected chemistry, digital innovation and extensive expertise to minimize water and climate impacts while maximizing outcomes at an optimized total cost. Our network of more than 50,000 connected water performance systems fuels over 90 billion data points each year, allowing us to provide our customers with insights, actions and value across their entire operation. As an Ecolab company, we’re aligned with our corporate ambition to make the world cleaner, healthier and safer by providing and protecting what’s vital.
Lab Technician, Afternoon
About the role
Ecolab, the leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Lab Technician, Quality Control (Afternoon Shift) to support quality testing, maintenance, and calibration of instruments.
What’s In It For You
- The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy and healthy environments
- The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
- Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world
- The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best
What You Will Do
- Work in a very fast paced environment performing analytical testing and QC inspection of assigned materials and products within standard times.
- Record test results accurately and concisely in SAP
- Assist in analyzing and interpreting data including providing solutions
- Follow all safety policies and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
- Assist in maintaining the productivity and organization of a busy quality lab
- Perform calibration of laboratory equipment.
- Follow established Standard Operating Procedures and test methods including making recommends for their improvement
- Ensure compliance with ISO, regulatory and GMP requirements.
- Provide laboratory support to housekeeping team projects, working with multiple project leaders as needed.
- Assist other QC personnel on a project basis.
- Support small, tactical projects including product improvements, costs savings, and regulatory-required reformulations.
Position Details
- Plant location: Mississauga, ON (Tomken/Eglinton)
- Work week and shift: Monday to Friday from 2:30pm to 11:00pm. Some overtime may be requested, based on business need. Position may occasionally be requested to support the day shift, as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Post secondary degree or diploma in a related field
- Experience working in a manufacturing lab environment
- Immigration sponsorship not available for this role
Physical Demands
- Work is completed in a Chemical Manufacturing Quality Control lab with exposure to chemicals and fragrances
- Will be required to wear personal protective equipment including goggles, gloves, safety shoes etc.
- Position involves regular standing for majority of the shift
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in chemical or food manufacturing industry
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work well with other team members
- Customer service focus
- Ability to multi-task and work independently in a fast paced environment
- A high attention to detail and quality in results
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Practical understanding of chemistry
- Knowledge of laboratory practices, scientific terminology, and the characterization and preparation of materials used in routine and special procedures
- Experience with FTIR and/or HPLC
- Knowledge and experience with SAP is an asset
Annual Compensation Range Base salary range is $54,100.00 - 67,600.00. This position has a base salary and is eligible for overtime.
Ecolab in good faith anticipates it will pay within the posted range. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining the compensation for a potential new employee such as education, training, experience, work location, travel (if required), etc.
Benefits Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here https://jobs.ecolab.com/working-here/ to see our benefits.
If you are interested in this opportunity, we invite you to apply today! Please apply by: March 6, 2026
Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance in all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement. Ecolab will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin,citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability.
About Nalco Water, An Ecolab Company
A global leader in water and process management solutions, Nalco Water, an Ecolab company, works with customers across a wide range of industries to help meet their specific sustainability and business goals. With a presence at more than 100,000 customer sites, our solutions combine connected chemistry, digital innovation and extensive expertise to minimize water and climate impacts while maximizing outcomes at an optimized total cost. Our network of more than 50,000 connected water performance systems fuels over 90 billion data points each year, allowing us to provide our customers with insights, actions and value across their entire operation. As an Ecolab company, we’re aligned with our corporate ambition to make the world cleaner, healthier and safer by providing and protecting what’s vital.