chemical technician

RPR Environmental; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated environmental technician to join their team in Hamilton. In this role, you will conduct environmental monitoring and assist in laboratory analyses using advanced techniques such as chromatography and spectroscopy. You will be responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, preparing solutions, and ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to environmental protection efforts while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you have a passion for science and a commitment to quality, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Mentorship Programs for Newcomers

Equal Employment Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in environmental monitoring and laboratory analysis.
• Proficient in chromatography and spectroscopy techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental monitoring and sampling using various techniques.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and prepare chemical solutions.

Skills

Environmental Monitoring

Chromatography Techniques

Spectroscopy Techniques

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Analytical Skills

Laboratory Equipment Maintenance

Chemical Experimentation

Education

College or CEGEP Certificate or Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work Environment

On site. Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Conduct or assist in environmental monitoring and protection activities
• Conduct sampling and analysis using chromatography techniques
• Conduct tests and analysis using other physical and chemical separation techniques
• Conduct tests and analysis using spectroscopy techniques
• Maintain laboratory equipment
• Operate laboratory apparatus
• Set up chemical experiments, tests, and analyses
• Use techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, physical and chemical separation techniques, and microscopy
• Assist in the setup and conduction of chemical experiments
• Compile records for analytical studies
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• MS Office
• Assist in developing programs of sampling and analysis to maintain quality standards
• Assist in the development of standards and health and safety measures
• Compile records and interpret experimental or analytical results
• Assist in the design and fabrication of experimental apparatus
• Develop and conduct programs of sampling and analysis
• Prepare solutions of gas or liquid, reagents, and sample formulations
• Hazardous products handling and storage

Employment Groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for Newcomers and Refugees

• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees