Lab Bench Operator

Minimum Requirements

• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in Chemistry (or related Chemical Technology Program) with relevant experience preferred OR completion of a High School diploma coupled with a minimum of 5 years of related laboratory experience in a PVC plant environment.
• Knowledge of lab processes, procedures, and related systems in Lab environment.
• Sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act regulations.
• Knowledge of computer software applications, instrumentation, and ability to operate computer systems and software applications including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and to conduct research using the internet.
• SAP knowledge/experience would be an asset.
• High level of problem-solving/analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team is required.

Experience

• Related lab testing experience an asset.
• Familiar with plant operations, computerized systems, processes, and procedures.
• Related experience in preparing reports and maintaining records.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to deal with tact, diplomacy, and courtesy.
• Must have previous experience with Health & Safety practices and procedures in a manufacturing environment, ideally a chemical processing facility.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs testing as required and per product testing frequency using defined test procedures.
• Enters all test data.
• Maintains record systems to track product quality data.
• Reports any out of control and out of specification results to the shift Foreman.
• Troubleshoots equipment of testing issues.
• Checks and prepares equipment daily.
• Ensures equipment meets quality control testing requirements.