Process Lab Technician

Tolko Industries Ltd.; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Excellent benefits

Retirement plans

Development and training

Inclusive work environment

Supportive team

Job summary

Tolko Industries Ltd. is seeking a Lab Technician to join its Heffley Creek EWP Division in Heffley Creek, BC. You will participate in the mill's Quality Management System (TQM 9000) by performing QA and QC, collaborating with the production team to ensure product quality during shifts.

The ideal candidate has lab experience, strong communication, and a safety-first mindset, with familiarity in ISO 9000. Training in LEAN and continuous improvement is a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities in a team setting.
• Experiences with lab work and quality assurance/quality control.
• Attention to detail and a safety-first mindset.
• Familiarity with ISO 9000 or similar quality mgmt systems is an asset.
• Experience in manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Exposure to finger jointing and face lamination is an asset.
• Training or experience in Continuous Improvement and LEAN is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as on-shift QA department representative, providing QA/technical direction.
• Perform mechanical and physical testing of incoming materials and finished products.
• Collect, grade, test, and ship certification samples per APA requirements.
• Ensure operation of process control equipment (blow detector, flow meters, scanners, etc.).
• Assist in training production team members on quality checks.
• Participate in process improvement and experimental trials.
• Assist with calibration of lab instruments and measuring equipment.
• Support lab inventory management and safe operation of tools.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Mechanical aptitude

Lab experience

Attention to detail

Safety culture

ISO 9000 familiarity

Manufacturing environment

Continuous Improvement / LEAN

Job description

The Lab Technician, under the supervision of the Technical Manager and utilizing modern technology, is tasked with participating in the mill's Quality Management System(“TQM 9000”) by performing both quality assurance and quality control activities throughout the mill. This role involves collaborating with the production team in all matters pertaining to product quality during their shift.

We’re looking for a Lab Technician to join our Heffley Creek EWP Division, located in Heffley Creek, British Columbia. Our site recently underwent a major capitalization project and modernization including the commissioning of a new, state-of-the-art engineered wood products facility.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• Good communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Mechanically and analytically inclined, previous lab experience, and attention to detail are strong assets.
• Committed to safety first culture.
• Previous experience working with a quality management system (i.e. ISO 9000) is an asset.
• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset.
• Experience with finger jointing and face lamination is an asset.
• Experience and/or training in relation to Continuous Improvement and LEAN is considered an asset.

In this role you will:

• Participate as an active member of the operating shift, providing real-time QA/Technical direction as the on-shift QA department representative.
• Perform mechanical and physical testing of incoming raw materials and finished product (PLV blanks, finger jointed lamellas, finished product, resin, edge seal).
• Perform certification sample collection, grading, testing, and shipment as per APA requirements.
• Ensure proper operation of process control equipment (blow detector, flow meters, profile scanners, dimension verification scanners, etc).
• Assist in the training of production team members on performing quality checks throughout the process.
• Participate in process improvement and experimental trials throughout the mill.
• Assist with the calibration of process instruments and laboratory measuring equipment e.g., tape measures, calipers, flowmeters, thickness gauges, blow detectors, load cells, process sensors, etc.
• Support in lab inventory management.
• Competent in safe use of table saw, miter saw, and other small tool operation.
• General house cleaning duties of lab designated areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge comes in many forms. Even if you don't have all the qualifications above, we would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
• You’ll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $65,250 - $87,000 per year.
• You’ll be eligible to participate in Tolko’s bonus program.
• You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to our retirement plans, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
• You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training.
• You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.

About Kamloops

Kamloops is located in the interior of British Columbia in the scenic Thompson Valley. It is a vibrant city with a population of over 98,000 people. Kamloops is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including mountains, lakes, and rivers, making it an ideal place for hiking, biking, fishing, and skiing. The region has 80 municipal and provincial parks, 13 golf courses, and a world class ski resort. Kamloops offers all amenities including affordable housing, safe neighborhoods, a thriving arts culture, and excellent schools. Visit Kamloops Tourism to learn about the community and find out why life is better here.