Laboratory Technician - Geochemistry

SGS; Selwyn; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision

Enhanced Paid time off benefits

RRSP Program Eligibility

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Canada to perform routine testing and analysis under supervision. You will follow written work instructions, prepare samples, log data in LIMS, and support equipment maintenance to ensure accurate results.

The role requires good data entry skills, ability to work rotating shifts (days, afternoons, evenings), and strong attention to detail. Previous lab exposure is an asset; you will work with a collaborative team to support quality systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Lab experience is an asset.
• Good hand/eye coordination with samples & lab equipment.
• Comfortable with numerals for data on a computer.
• Able to read, understand and follow work instructions safely.
• Able to work under pressure during high workloads.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Proven time management and attention to detail.
• Able to work a rotating schedule - days, afternoons & evenings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine testing and analysis under supervision.
• Identify, prepare, and dilate samples as needed.
• Log samples into LIMS accurately and promptly.
• Maintain and record equipment calibrations.
• Prepare standards and reagents.
• Interpret and evaluate results.
• Monitor equipment maintenance & laboratory supplies.
• Follow quality system protocols and report discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team player

Numerical data proficiency

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

LIMS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

This position will carry out various routine testing and analysis, following written work instructions under the direction of the Supervisor of a specific department.

• Duties may include sample identification, sample preparation, sample dilutions,
• Ensure samples are logged into LIMS accurately and in a quick manner.
• Working knowledge of LIMS
• Ensure samples are catalogued and stored in an efficient and easily retrievable manner.
• Assists laboratory personnel in locating and retrieving of samples and also responsible for sample disposal or returning samples to clients.
• Maintain and record equipment calibrations.
• Preparation of standards and reagents.
• Interpreting and evaluating results.
• Monitor Equipment maintenance & laboratory supplies.
• Follow all Quality system protocols, report discrepancies to the Supervisor.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) is required.
• Experience is a Laboratory environment is an asset.
• Good hand/eye coordination when handling samples & lab equipment
• Must be comfortable with numerals in order to monitor data on a computer screen.
• Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
• Able to work well under pressure during high (peak) workloads and balancing conflicting demands of high volume versus the quality of results.
• Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Able to work a rotating schedule - days, afternoons & evenings.

Additional Information

Compensation: $20.50 to $21.50 per hour / 40 hours per week.

Some benefit highlights:

• 80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision
• Enhanced Paid time off benefits
• RRSP Program Eligibility

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.