QC Lab Technician

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided training

Company-provided PPE

Opportunity to work in a professional 

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting a QC Lab Technician for our client in Hamilton, Ontario. The role requires a technical degree in science or chemistry with hands-on lab testing and quality control experience.

Responsibilities include performing titration, spectroscopy, GC analysis, and documenting results while ensuring safety and accuracy. The position offers a 18-month contract with rotating shifts and training provided.

Qualifications

• Technical degree in Science or Chemistry required.
• Minimum 3 years of laboratory experience in a related industry, may substitute education.
• Knowledge of chemical handling, titration chemistry, spectroscopy and GC.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and quality control analysis.
• Handle chemicals and perform titration chemistry.
• Conduct testing using spectroscopy, GC, and other laboratory instrumentation.
• Analyze samples and accurately report results.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.
• Follow laboratory procedures, safety requirements and quality standards.
• Communicate test results and quality concerns clearly to the team.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

Team work

Safety consciousness

Education

Technical degree in Science or Chemistry

Tools

Gas Chromatography (GC)

Spectroscopy

Titration chemistry

Laboratory instrumentation

Windows-based software

Job description

QC Lab Technician

Location: Hamilton, ON
Pay Rate: $30.00/hour
Term: 18-month contract
Schedule: Rotating weekly shifts — 7:00 AM–3:00 PM / 3:00 PM–11:00 PM / 11:00 PM–7:00 AM
Start Date: ASAP

Express Employment Professionals is currently recruiting for a QC Lab Technician for our client in Hamilton. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented laboratory professional with experience in chemistry, quality control, and laboratory testing.

What We Offer

• $30.00/hour
• 18-month contract
• Rotating weekly shifts in a 24/7 laboratory operation
• Company-provided training
• Company-provided PPE
• Opportunity to work in a professional laboratory environment

Key Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and quality control analysis
• Handle chemicals and perform titration chemistry
• Conduct testing using spectroscopy, GC, and other laboratory instrumentation
• Analyze samples and accurately report results
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation
• Follow laboratory procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards
• Communicate test results and quality concerns clearly to the appropriate team members
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Technical degree in Science or Chemistry required
• Minimum 3 years of laboratory experience in a related industry may be considered in place of the educational requirement
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with:
  • Chemical handling
  • Titration chemistry
  • Spectroscopy
  • Gas Chromatography (GC)
  • Basic mathematics
• General knowledge of laboratory instrumentation
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to accurately document, report, and communicate laboratory results
• Computer literacy with Windows-based programs
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
• Must be comfortable working rotating shifts, including overnight shifts

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and handle boxes of chemicals weighing up to 20 kg (44 lbs)
• Ability to handle, transport, and connect various gas cylinders required for laboratory equipment
• Ability to safely perform the physical duties associated with laboratory operations

This posting is for a current vacancy with our client.
Our selection process includes AI-enabled tools for screening based on keywords and minimum qualifications. Final hiring decisions are made by a human recruiter.

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