Sample Prep Technician (Temporary Contract) - Eurofins Experchem laboratories, Inc.

Eurofins•Toronto, ON

2d•CA$18•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins Experchem laboratories, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Sample Prep Technician for a temporary contract position in Toronto, Canada. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, processing, and organizing laboratory samples with precision and efficiency. You will work as part of a collaborative laboratory team, ensuring all samples are handled according to established protocols and quality standards. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to our laboratory operations while developing your technical skill set in a professional analytical environment.

Requirements

Responsive, independent problem solver who is action-oriented.
Skilled at completing semi-repetitive tasks in a timely manner.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
High school diploma.
Proven experience in laboratory sample preparation or related laboratory technical work.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow complex procedures accurately.
Proficiency with basic computer systems and data entry.
Knowledge of laboratory safety standards and commitment to maintaining safe work practices.
Physical capability to perform repetitive tasks and lift moderate weights.

Nice To Haves

Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS)
Familiarity with analytical chemistry principles and techniques
Previous experience in a regulated laboratory environment
Knowledge of sample handling and chain-of-custody procedures

Responsibilities

Splitting, comminution, and homogenization of incoming samples in compliance with all applicable standard operating procedures and quality systems.
Care and maintenance of equipment associated with this activity.
Prepare incoming test samples by splitting, grinding with appropriate grinders, and homogenize for further testing in accordance with standard operating procedures and applicable quality control procedures.
Clean workplace and equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures and general housekeeping requirements.
Provide feedback to department manager for suggested improvement of procedures.
Monitor and meet TAT requirements for sample workflow, and keep department manager informed when capacity constraints are anticipated that may delay TAT.
Record supplies taken from stockroom in the logbook, and note any supplies that may need ordering and/or rush delivery.
Maintains assigned equipment according to standard operating procedures. Perform any and all operational qualifications prior to analysis according to standard operating procedures.
Logs and delivers sample splits to testing departments, and as needed gets the appropriate signatures on the appropriate log.
Responsible for logging and storing retains of the samples, as well as discarding the retains properly according to the appropriate standard operating procedure.
Performing environmental monitoring, as needed.