Chemist II / III (Lab Quality Coordinator)

Element Materials Technology; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials testing firm in Mississauga seeks a Chemist II / III (Lab Quality Coordinator) to evaluate various substances and conduct analytical testing. The ideal candidate will have a background in chemistry or life sciences and 3-6 years of relevant experience. This role also involves mentoring junior staff and drafting client reports. Competitive salary and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years relevant experience with BS Degree / 2-5 years with Masters Degree or PhD.
• Ability to conduct analysis through various methods and techniques.
• Demonstrates company values.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates chemical and physical properties of substances.
• Performs analytical testing of substances using laboratory equipment.
• Drafts client reports and consults on quotes.

Skills

Excellent time management and prioritization

Strong attention to detail

Good interpersonal skills

Strong critical thinking skills

Ability to write technical reports

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in analytical chemistry or life sciences

Job description

Overview

Element has a current opening for a Chemist II / III (Lab Quality Coordinator) to join our growing team in Mississauga.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates the chemical and physical properties of various organic and/or inorganic substances
• Utilizes established methods and procedures and laboratory equipment to perform analytical testing of substances
• May conduct method validation and lead method development; interprets and develops conclusions using the data obtained
• May draft method validation transfer or qualification protocols
• Interprets and develops conclusions using the data obtained
• Conducts investigations for failures / deviations / out of spec results
• Drafts client reports and consults on quotes
• May draft new SOPs or revise existing SOPs
• May assume a team lead role for the work group by delegating work to more junior colleagues
• Works with direct manager and colleagues occasionally taking direction from manager and more senior colleagues as needed
• Communicates status of work and collaborates with team
• Regularly trains and mentors more junior colleagues through on-the-job coaching
• Handles moderately complex matters and problems autonomously both routine and non-routine in nature
• Applies base skills to a variety of processes and work streams across longer and more complex product and testing life cycles
• Solid understanding of various compounds, reagents and solutions
• Ability to conduct analysis through approximately 50%-75% methods / techniques / equipment available in the department
• Serves as an SME in multiple areas for the lab

Skills / Qualifications

• Excellent time management and prioritization
• Intermediate reading, writing and math skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to plan daily work and arrange activities to meet deadlines
• Ability to provide clear instruction to others while delegating and coaching
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Good presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex topics to a variety of audiences
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Basic understanding of cost control measures and how 5S and SQDC principles impact lab flow
• Ability to write technical reports with minimal guidance
• Bachelors degree or Diploma in analytical chemistry or life sciences (microbiology, etc.)
• 3-6 years relevant experience with BS Degree / 2-5 years with Masters Degree or PhD
• Demonstrates the Element Values

Physical Requirements

• Lifting up to 40 pounds on occasion
• Walking throughout the day
• Ability to climb to elevated locations within the site (approximately 15 feet)
• Ability to read and write

Diversity Statement

At Element we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming the worlds most trusted testing partner.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following : age disability ethnic origin gender marital status race religion responsibility of dependents sexual orientation or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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