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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 0+ years
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The laboratory technician is responsible for receiving, processing, and testing client samples while maintaining equipment and a clean work environment. They must record test data accurately and follow all company health, safety, and quality protocols.
Job details
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 Receive, inspect, sort and label client samples. Sort, crush, pulverize, split, and screen samples. Conduct routine testing. Record test data and communicate results. Carry out routine equipment maintenance. Calibrate and setup equipment prior to analysis. Install and operate equipment and systems. Maintain a clean working environment. Follow all company Health, Safety and Environmental policies. Follow all Quality system protocols and report any discrepancies to the Supervisor. May be assigned special or ad hoc projects. Qualifications A minimum Chemistry Diploma/Bachelor of Science is required Good hand/eye coordination when handling samples & various equipment. Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner. Incumbents must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook). Good time management skills and a strong attention to detail. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in English, in both verbal and written communication. Ability to work well with others & independently. Ability to work well under pressure. Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time. Additional Information Salary: $20.50 per hour Some benefit highlights: 80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision Paid time off RRSP Program Eligibility 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. Compensation: up to CAD 20.50 - hourly
What you’ll do
The laboratory technician is responsible for receiving, processing, and testing client samples while maintaining equipment and a clean work environment. They must record test data accurately and follow all company health, safety, and quality protocols.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a minimum of a Chemistry Diploma or Bachelor of Science degree. Proficiency in Microsoft Office software and the ability to perform physical laboratory tasks with strong attention to detail are required.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP program
Listed skills
- Time management · Preferred
- Problem solving · Preferred
- Attention to detail · Preferred
- Microsoft Excel · Preferred
- Communication · Preferred
- Microsoft Word · Preferred
- Microsoft Outlook · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Sample preparation
- Laboratory testing
- Equipment maintenance
- Equipment calibration
- Data recording
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Test Data Generation
- English Language
- Coordinating
- Environment Health And Safety
- Detail Oriented
- Chemistry
- Writing
- Time Management
- Equipment Maintenance
- Time Off Management
- Quality Management Systems
- Shift Work
Job areas
- Science & Research
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Laboratory Technician
- Laboratory Technician (General)
- Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technicians
- Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
- Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians
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