Laboratory Technician, Food Chemistry

Job summary

The Laboratory Technician performs chemical analyses on food samples and reports data according to standard operating procedures. Responsibilities include homogenizing samples, maintaining laboratory cleanliness, and verifying equipment functionality.

Job details

Company Description We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, 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 The Laboratory Technician handles samples, performs chemical analyses and reports accurate and timely data according to Laboratory Operating Procedures and test methodologies. • Performs applicable testing with proper proficiency training with Supervision • Assists with cleaning laboratory carts, glassware, racks • Maintains cleanliness of laboratory work surfaces • Maintains records of all quality activities as required in Operating Procedures and Test Methods • Homogenizes samples following standard protocols • Maintains and verifies equipment. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or diploma in Chemistry or related field required Commercial laboratories experience an asset WORK SCHEDULE - Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM (flexibility will be provided) Additional Information Salary: $18.90 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 18.90 - hourly

What you’ll do

The Laboratory Technician performs chemical analyses on food samples and reports data according to standard operating procedures. Responsibilities include homogenizing samples, maintaining laboratory cleanliness, and verifying equipment functionality.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree or diploma in Chemistry or a related field is required. Experience in commercial laboratories is considered an asset.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• RRSP Program Eligibility

Listed skills

• Recruitment · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• Cleaning · Preferred
• procedures. · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Occupational safety · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• Supervision · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Chemical Analysis
• Sample Handling
• Laboratory Operating Procedures
• Sample Homogenization
• Equipment Verification
• Quality Record Keeping
• Glassware Maintenance

Job areas

• Science & Research
• Food & Beverage
• Manufacturing
• Environmental & Sustainability

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