Laboratory Technician - Fort McMurray
SGS · Edmonton, AB, Canada
Employer's original title: Laboratory Technician - Fort McMurray - Contract
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Job description
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 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
Job Description SGS is looking for a Laboratory Technician for a 6 month contract with a possibility of extension for long term employment. Site Position – Bussing provided from Fort McMurray, AB and local area. Schedule: 7 on x 7 off (12 hour shifts with day and night shift - from 7 AM to 7 PM or 7 PM to 7 AM). Perform and monitor testing and inspection activities of the SGS Industrial laboratory. The job holder plays a critical role in carrying out core business activities while working at Company’s operations and/ or Client’s project sites, with high degree of precision and strict compliance to Health & Safety and Company’s Code of integrity and professionalism. • Maintain and record equipment calibrations. • Preparation of standards/reagents as required. • Assist with in-house training, state-of-art instrument commissioning, ensuring proper operation and maintenance of instruments, accessories, methods, data etc., able to troubleshoot. • Good housekeeping and equipment maintenance skills maintaining lab integrity. • Maintains all lab protocol, follows procedures with accuracy of data. • Maintenance of inventory of general lab supplies. • Prepare bottle orders for clients. • Archive, return or dispose of client samples as per work sheet instructions. • Conducts routine testing. • Carries out routine equipment maintenance under the direction of his/her supervisor. • Compiles data, analyzes and input results • Maintains a clean working environment. • Follow all Quality system protocols and report any discrepancies to the Group Lead. • Follow all company HSE policies. • May be assigned to special projects and or site work for indeterminate length of time. • May be assigned special or ad hoc projects.
Requirements
Profile: • Diploma or certificate in a science related field • One year of related experience or completion of University or College in a related field Required Skills: • Background in science and chemistry is desirable. • Experience in analytical laboratory is a strong asset. • Physically fit to lift 20 kg pails on a daily basis • Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner. • Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook). • Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment. • Candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition. • Ability to work well with others & independently. • Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail. • Works well under pressure. • Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time. • Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies 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.
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