Chemistry Lab Technician - Fixed-Term Contract (Burnaby)

Mérieux NutriSciences - North America; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES in Burnaby is seeking a Chemistry Laboratory Technician for a fixed term contract. The role involves preparing media and reagents, performing sample prep and routine analyses, and maintaining the lab, equipment and records.

You will follow safety policies and support quality initiatives while working in a regulated lab environment. The position requires a chemistry/microbiology/food science background (diploma preferred) and strong attention to detail with good

Qualifications

• Ability to follow specific instructions.
• General understanding of laboratory needs to avoid delays in testing or inaccuracies.
• Excellent verbal communication with peers and management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare media, chemicals and reagents.
• Homogenize, weigh and perform simple extraction of samples.
• Provide routine analyses such as moisture, ash, pH, sensory.
• Wash, dry and return glassware and containers; conduct residue tests as needed.
• Maintain laboratory supplies and cleanliness; assist with cleaning tasks.
• Update logbooks and maintenance records; use the LIMS.
• Support quality and continuous improvement processes; document non-conformities.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Skills

Follow instructions

Lab hygiene

Verbal communication

Education

Diploma in chemistry/microbiology/food science

Job description

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES in Burnaby is seeking a Chemistry Laboratory Technician for a fixed term contract. The role involves preparing media and reagents, performing sample prep and routine analyses, and maintaining the lab, equipment and records.

You will follow safety policies and support quality initiatives while working in a regulated lab environment. The position requires a chemistry/microbiology/food science background (diploma preferred) and strong attention to detail with good