Laboratory Technician-Calgary

Claire Plais - Domitille Vielle; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading laboratory service provider is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join their team in Calgary. The technician will be responsible for sample preparation, ensuring the quality of data, and following established procedures within a fast-paced lab environment. Candidates should possess a Post-Secondary education and demonstrate strong attention to detail, communication, and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary education or equivalent experience required.
• Detail oriented with accurate record keeping skills essential.
• Flexibility to work in high-paced lab environment necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation and analyses following SOPs.
• Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client.
• Provide updates on workstation status, including delays.

Skills

Time-management

Communication

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Post-Secondary education or equivalent experience

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

POSITION PROFILE

Job Title:Laboratory Technician Reports to (title):Laboratory Supervisor / Laboratory Manager Department:Laboratory

Basic Purpose:What is the overall function of the job?

·Results oriented to produce high quality defensible analytical data, safely and on time by following applicable Standard Operating Procedures. ·Perform sample preparation / extractions of target compounds under specific matrices and provides general lab support in the analysis of samples

Key Accountability/Responsibilities:What specifically is this job expected to accomplish?

·Review LIMS summary reports to plan and organize daily work ·Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) when conducting following work: oPerform sample preparation and procedures prior to analyses oPerform some basic testing procedures oIdentify any non-routine samples and seek guidance on procedures for handling ·Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within holding time requirements. ·Identify and communicate procedural non-conformances to Supervisor ·Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabelling, sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples and other materials. ·Provide general lab support ·Provide supervisor/manager with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays ·Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program ·Participate, when requested in department and Health & Safety meetings ·Participate, when requested in internal and external audits ·Keep work area clean, neat and organized ·Maintain training records and relevant qualifications ·All other responsibilities as assigned

Skills and Knowledge:What skills and knowledge are used to carry out job responsibilities and solve problems?

·Post-Secondary school education or equivalent experience ·Accurately follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and instructions ·Detail oriented with accurate record keeping skills. ·Good time-management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills. ·Strong computer skills ·Positive outlook with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment ·Adapts to a changing environment ·Works both independently and as part of a team ·Learns quickly

Work Relationships

·Internal:Laboratory Operations, Customer Service and Sample Logistics Departments ·External:

Working Conditions: physical work environment, physical effort, visual and listening attention, and travel

·High level of work production in fast-paced lab environment.Can involve the repetition of the same process. Requires patience, tenacity and persistence ·Flexible working hours, overtime and shift work ·May involve long periods of standing ·Some lifting and carrying (up to 40 lbs) ·Hazardous materials are handled using established safety procedures and appropriate equipment