Lab Technician Co-Op

IKO Industries; Brampton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of roofing materials is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Brampton, Canada. The successful candidate will perform quality assurance testing on products, compile compliance reports, and support research projects. Ideal applicants should be students from relevant engineering programs, have lab experience, and strong Microsoft Office skills. Competitive compensation and a teamwork-oriented environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Health care

Progressive workplace

Qualifications

• Fluent working knowledge of Microsoft Office required.
• Experience with advanced Excel functions preferred.
• Ability to manage and prioritize several projects at a time.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality assurance testing on asphalt roofing shingle products.
• Compile reports to determine product compliance to company standards.
• Maintain accuracy and calibration of laboratory testing equipment.

Skills

Quality assurance testing

Problem solving

Effective communication

Teamwork

Project management

Education

Student from Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Quality Engineering programs

Experience in a laboratory environment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Advanced Excel functions

Job description

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

Job Description

The successful candidate will report to the Lab Supervisor and will conduct testing on various Research projects. The Laboratory Technician will compile reports to determine product compliance to company standards and quality.

When you join us you will:

• Performing quality assurance testing on asphalt roofing shingle products and raw materials for compliance with company standards.
• Taking direction from Lab Supervisor or Corporate Quality Engineer to conduct research projects.
• Complying laboratory reports based on interpreting research data for evaluation by the Lab Supervisor.
• Following and adhering to Internal Laboratory SOPs, ASTMs and UL test methods.
• Maintaining good record keeping practices and strict adherence to quality and safety programs.
• Receiving samples from various internal and external customers and assigning sample numbers for identification.
• Maintaining accuracy and calibration of laboratory testing equipment.
• Other projects and assignments related to research and quality assurance may be assigned.
• Work with production plants within IKO to provide support and supplemental research data.

Our ideal candidate would be:

• Student from Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Quality Engineering programs preferred.
• Experience in a laboratory environment desired
• Fluent working knowledge of Microsoft Office required
• Experience with advanced Excel functions preferred
• Ability to manage and prioritize several projects at a time
• Strong commitment to Health, Safety and the Environment
• Effective team player with a positive, adaptable attitude
• Possess solid problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Possess effective oral and written communication skills
• Possess the ability to work independently
• Must be self-motivated, results and action oriented
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds on a routine basis

Hours/ Days / Schedule

• Hours of work will be primarily Monday through Friday {30 – 40 hours, day shift}.

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

About Us

IKO is a leading manufacturer of residential and commercial roofing systems operating in Canada, the United States and multiple global markets. Our 70+ years of success has been enabled by the dedication of our employees. We would welcome the opportunity to consider you for one of our great opportunities!

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