Lab Bench Operator

The Burke Group; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A chemical processing company in Ontario is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform testing and maintain quality data systems. The ideal candidate holds a Community College Diploma in Chemistry or a High School diploma with substantial lab experience. Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities are essential. This role involves troubleshooting testing issues and recording results, in a collaborative lab environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Community College Diploma in Chemistry or a High School diploma with relevant experience.
• Sound knowledge of related systems in a lab environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing as required and per product testing frequency.
• Maintain record systems for product quality data.
• Report any out of control and out of specification results.

Skills

Knowledge of lab processes

Strong organizational skills

Problem solving skills

Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act

Communication skills

Education

Community College Diploma in Chemistry

High School diploma with 5 years lab experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in Chemistry (or related Chemical Technology Program) with relevant experience preferred OR completion of a High Scholl 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 Skill
• 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
• Maintain 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
• Check and prepare equipment daily
• Ensure equipment meets quality control testing requirements