polymers tester

erthos; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical company is seeking a skilled laboratory technician for full-time employment in Mississauga, Canada. The candidate will operate laboratory apparatus, set up and conduct chemical experiments, and assist in developing quality standards. Previous experience in thermal analysis and statistical methods is advantageous. This position requires a college certificate and offers a salary of $36 hourly. The ideal applicant must be physically capable of working in a fast-paced environment. Applications are open to Canadian citizens and residents.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Fast-paced environment requiring the ability to work under pressure.
• Physical capability to lift up to 23 kg.

Responsibilities

• Operate laboratory apparatus and set up chemical experiments.
• Compile records for analytical studies and results.
• Assist in developing health and safety measures.

Skills

Thermal analysis

Statistics

MS Excel

Injection moulding

Compression moulding

Quality assurance and control

Process troubleshooting

Chemical engineering

Materials science

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Job description

Job details

• Location 2735 Matheson Blvd E suite Unit 5 Mississauga , ON L4W 4M8
• Salary 36.00 hourly / 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Testing

Responsibilities

• Operate laboratory apparatus
• Set up chemical experiments, tests and analyses
• Assist in set up and conduction of chemical experiments
• Compile records for analytical studies
• MS Office
• Assist in developing programs of sampling and analysis to maintain quality standards
• Assist in development of standards, health and safety measures
• Assist in the development of chemical engineering processes, studies of chemical engineering procurement, construction, inspection and maintenance
• Compile records and interpret experimental or analytical results
• Operate experimental chemical or petrochemical pilot plant
• Assist in design and fabrication of experimental apparatus
• Develop and conduct programs of sampling and analysis
• Prepare solution of gas or liquid, reagents, and sample formulations

Experience and specialization

• Thermal analysis
• Statistics

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel

Metal mould-making experience

• Injection moulds
• Compression moulds

Equipment and machinery experience

• Coating machine

Area of work experience

• Analysis
• Method and technique development
• Process troubleshooting
• Product development and formulation
• Quality assurance and control
• Design
• International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

Type of industry experience

• Organic and specialty chemical products
• Scientific and professional equipment
• Plastic

Specialization in chemistry

• Polymers

Area of specialization

• Chemical engineering
• Materials science

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Physically demanding
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Safety glasses/goggles
• Gloves
• Mask
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Judgement
• Organized
• Versatility
• Proactive

Who can apply for this job?

The employer accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
• Other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit

Advertised until

2026-01-05