Lab Technician

Bureau Veritas•Calgary, AB

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Results oriented to produce high quality defensible analytical data, safely and on time by following applicable Standard Operating Procedures. Perform sample preparation / extractions of target compounds under specific matrices and provides general lab support in the analysis of samples.

Requirements

Post-Secondary school education or equivalent experience
Accurately follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and instructions
Detail oriented with accurate record keeping skills.
Good time-management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills.
Strong computer skills
Positive outlook with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Adapts to a changing environment
Works both independently and as part of a team
Learns quickly

Responsibilities

Review LIMS summary reports to plan and organize daily work
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) when conducting following work: Perform sample preparation and procedures prior to analyses
Perform some basic testing procedures
Identify any non-routine samples and seek guidance on procedures for handling
Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within holding time requirements.
Identify and communicate procedural non-conformances to Supervisor
Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabelling, sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples and other materials.
Provide general lab support
Provide supervisor/manager with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays
Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program
Participate, when requested in department and Health & Safety meetings
Participate, when requested in internal and external audits
Keep work area clean, neat and organized
Maintain training records and relevant qualifications
All other responsibilities as assigned