Laboratory Assistant - Production

Canadian Blood Services Stem Cells for Life; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A national healthcare organization in Ottawa seeks a Laboratory Assistant to support the production of blood components. The role involves laboratory tasks such as processing whole blood, maintaining documentation, and ensuring safety standards. Ideal candidates have secondary education, lab experience, and are detail-oriented. Join us to make a difference in patients' lives.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year laboratory work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions precisely and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Receive, assess, and produce blood components from whole blood or apheresis.
• Record temperatures and environmental conditions in the laboratory.
• Perform routine maintenance of equipment and work areas.

Skills

Basic Math

Computer Skills

Food Industry

Packaging

Production Planning

Administrative Experience

Food Production Experience

Manufacturing

Education

Completion of secondary education

Post-secondary background in science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job category: Supply chain and logistics

Job posting ID: 7541

Employment status: Regular part-time

Positions anticipated start date:

Possible schedule / FTE: 0.5

Number of positions available: 1

Classification: BT OPSEU 477 - OTT

Salary / Rate of pay: $25.27

Application deadline: This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• Job specific cover letter.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services All employees must apply via the internal career page.

Together we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood plasma stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team join Canadas Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work live and play.

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Laboratory Assistant to join our dynamic Production team.

The Production team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by processing whole blood collections to the final this role you will be working on the frontlines assisting in the production of blood components that provide life-saving treatments for Canadians.

Formula for success

• Drawing on your knowledge and experience in laboratory functions you will receive assess and produce whole blood apheresis platelets and plasma into requested blood components.
• Utilizing your attention to detail you will record temperatures of refrigerators freezers incubators and environmental conditions in the laboratory.
• Using your excellent organizational skills you will be involved in the maintenance of appropriate documentation and records related to inventory in compliance with Canadian Blood Services operational procedures and work instructions.
• Applying your ability to be proactive and ensure excellence you will perform routine maintenance of equipment and work areas to ensure safety and quality of blood products.

Desired education and skills

• Completion of secondary education and minimum 1 year laboratory work experience or an equivalent combination of education training and experience. A post secondary background in science is preferred.
• Technical skills including MS Office and the ability to learn systems and programs as required.
• Must have good oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to follow instructions precisely prepare and maintain accurate records and carry out repetitive tasks.
• Experience in food processing pharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing is a strong asset.

What we offer you

• Payment in lieu of vacation and holidays.
• Payment in lieu of benefits.
• Premiums paid according to the collective agreement.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee discounts wellness program professional resources.

What you can expect

• Shifts / hours will vary. You must be flexible to accommodate assigned shifts which are based on operational needs.
• Shifts include days evenings weekends overnights and statutory holidays
• Physical requirements for the role include the ability to lift weight up to 20-30lbs.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canadas population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system to ensure you receive them please add and to your safe senders list.

Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.

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Key Skills

• Basic Math
• Computer Skills
• Food Industry
• Math
• Packaging
• Production Planning
• Administrative Experience
• Final Cut Pro
• Food Production Experience
• Video production
• Manufacturing
• Sign Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1