Testing Lab Technician

Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd.•Brampton, ON

1d•CA$56,000 - CA$65,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Testing Lab Technician for our Brampton location. Reporting to the Structural Design Manager, this position is responsible for preparing and testing corrugated board. Tests performed in the lab include; basis weight, edge crush (ECT), caliper, pin adhesion (PAT), flat crush (FCT), box compression (BCT), mullen (burst) and cobb. Pre – shipment tests include; drop, vibration and incline.

Requirements

Familiarity with TAPPI, ASTM, or ISO testing procedures for paper and corrugated materials.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products; Outlook, Excel, Word and Power point
Strong, effective communication skills for teamwork and independent work
Detail oriented and professional demeanor

Nice To Haves

College diploma or university degree in laboratory science, packaging technology, or materials science is preferred
1 to 2 years of hands-on laboratory or quality control experience, ideally within the pulp, paper, or corrugated packaging industry.
Knowledge of advanced material considerations is an asset

Responsibilities

Understand and implement company quality systems and policies
Attend QWG and Safety meetings as required
Perform routine testing on random samples from plant corrugators (pre-converted sheets) and converting lines (post-converted samples).
Execute specialized tests including S.T.F.I., slip angle, and Mullen inside the mill lab environment
Prepare, test, and report on basis weight, edge crush (ECT), caliper, pin adhesion, flat crush, box compression (BCT), Mullen burst, and Cobb tests.
Forward all random testing results and reports to the applicable Quality Control personnel
Advise the Structural Design Manager of product non-conformances, workflow volume issues, or stock depletion
Manage weekly productivity log reporting and distribute random testing results to applicable Quality Control personnel
Run tailored tests requested by clients and forward data and recommendations directly to the handling sales representative
Analyze and test competitor board samples for comparison purposes as requested by the sales team
Calibrate rulers, caliper gauges, and THDX recorder as required
Participating in Product Knowledge Seminars and tours
Perform other duties as required
Work safely, reporting hazards and unsafe conditions, and taking all reasonable measures to protect themselves and their co-workers
Use and wear personal protective equipment as required
Work in compliance with the responsibilities as outlined in the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act and the Industrial Regulations and with the Company’s safe practices and procedures