Quality Control Technologist

Guardian Chemicals Inc.•Edmonton, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Better Chemistry for a Better Future. We believe that we can create a better future for our communities, customers, and employees by doing chemistry better. When we create safer, more efficient, more environmentally responsible chemistry and apply it using the best people and technology available we can make a huge impact. With over 60 years of research & development driven progress in specialty chemistry, Guardian Chemicals has worked hard to earn our reputation as a leader in the space. Our team, unified through their shared vision and core values, work together to support our customers and the industries they serve to drive a cleaner, safer, and more efficient industry forward. Based in Sturgeon County, Alberta, Guardian provides direct chemical, equipment, and specialized service technologists to a large variety of primary and secondary industries throughout Canada, the USA, and internationally. Guardian currently has three main divisions: industrial, water treatment, and wood products.

Requirements

Be a recent graduate with a bachelor’s level degree in Chemistry / Diploma in Chemical Technology.
Experience in sample analysis, procedure writing and problem solving.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Be fluent in oral and written English and have effective communication skills.
Be able to legally work in Canada.
Have a valid driver’s license.
Team player with strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
Self-starter with the ability to get multiple tasks, priorities and deadlines done within a workday.
A strong mechanical aptitude and the desire to be in a hands-on role.
Excellent organizational, planning, problem solving, decision making and time management skills.
Excellent computer skills that include the use of MS Office Suite of products.

Responsibilities

Maintain and perform quality control procedures, testing, and reagent procedures.
Maintain support for Sales Representatives and all laboratory activities.
Support in product set-up, including SDS and labels.
Perform and document quality control procedures on raw materials and finished goods.
Schedule and perform calibration and maintenance on laboratory equipment.
Monitor water quality in boiler and RO system.
Update SDS to ensure SDS compliance of raw materials and reagent raw materials.
Performs training of Water Treatment sample analysis (glycol, water, scale, and corrosion coupons) to applicable laboratory staff.
Completion of product set-up documentation in compliance with Guardian requirements (including SDS, labels).
Provide support for compliance (PMRA and CFIA).
Support QEHS through internal auditing.