Laboratory Technician

Sanimax; Montreal; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanimax in Montreal is seeking a Laboratory Technician for a temporary contract reporting to the Quality team. You will perform physicochemical analyses on raw materials and finished products to support operations and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

The role requires strong attention to detail, solid analytical skills, and the ability to interpret results to provide reliable, high-quality support. You will work day shifts 6:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• DEC in Laboratory Technology or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of laboratory experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in agri-food, food, or environmental sectors is an asset.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Apply good laboratory practices and comply with health and safety standards.
• Perform quality control analyses using ICP, LECO, spectrometers, and pH meters.
• Develop, implement, and monitor analytical methods for various matrices.
• Ensure quality control of raw materials and finished products.
• Verify, document, and interpret analytical results.
• Prepare reports to support plant operations.
• Support production in the use of analytical instruments (NIR).
• Collaborate with teams to resolve quality-related issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent learner

Excel

Word

English communication

Education

DEC in Laboratory Technology

Analytical Chemistry

Equivalent education

Tools

ICP

LECO

Spectrometers

pH meters

NIR equipment

Fat extractors

Job description

We are currently looking for a Laboratory Technician for a temporary contract. Reporting to the Quality team, the selected candidate will perform various physicochemical analyses on raw materials and finished products to support operations and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong attention to detail, well-developed analytical skills, and an excellent ability to interpret results in order to provide reliable, high-quality support.

Why Join Sanimax

• Competitive salary
• Permanent, full-time position
• Day shift, Monday to Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Work shifts may change based on operational needs; therefore, schedule flexibility is required
• Dynamic team and an environment that supports professional development
• Valuable experience within a well-established company in its industry

Responsibilities

• Apply good laboratory practices and comply with health and safety standards.
• Perform quality control analyses and testing using specialized equipment such as ICP, LECO, spectrometers, and pH meters.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and monitoring of analytical methods for various food and agricultural matrices.
• Ensure quality control of raw materials and finished products.
• Verify, document, and interpret analytical results.
• Prepare the necessary reports to support plant operations.
• Support production in the control and use of analytical instruments such as NIR equipment.
• Collaborate with various teams to resolve quality-related issues.
• Perform any other related duties associated with laboratory activities.

Requirements

• Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Laboratory Technology, Analytical Chemistry, or equivalent education.
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience in a laboratory environment.
• Experience in the agri-food, food, or environmental sectors is considered an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong ability to learn, work independently, and take initiative.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques such as: Titrimetry Electrometry Gravimetry Centrifugation Solid/liquid extraction ELISA techniques Visual color comparison.
• Experience with specialized equipment such as: ICP LECO Spectrometers pH meters Fat extractors.
• Proficiency in English is required to provide appropriate support to English-speaking colleagues and partners as part of the responsibilities of the position.

At Sanimax, we see strength in diversity, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer

Get to know Sanimax

Want to build a greener future for generations to come? At Sanimax, this challenge is an everyday motivator.

At the very heart of the circular economy, we renew more than 2 million tons of organic residues every year.

Our mission is simple: reclaim, renew, and return in order to optimize the use of each resource.

That’s why, day after day, we create something new from leftovers that nobody wants.

Working at Sanimax means finding your place within a team that is proud of the role it plays on an environmental scale.

We always strive to do better, together.

For the environment, for our community, and for everyone’s well-being.

Visit our website to learn more.