Quality Control & Lab Chemist

Natural Factors; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nutritional supplement manufacturer in Kelowna is seeking a Quality Control Laboratory Analyst to perform critical analytical testing on various materials. Candidates should have a degree in Chemistry and a minimum of 4 years' experience in an analytical lab. The role emphasizes collaboration and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. Enjoy competitive wages, excellent benefits, and growth opportunities in a socially responsible work environment focused on improving health and safety.

Benefits

Competitive wage

RRSP contributions

Healthcare benefits

Employee appreciation events

Discount on company products

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in an analytical lab preferred.
• HPLC, GC, and other instrumentation experience considered an asset.
• Ability to quickly refocus attention based on department priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical and chemical analytical testing of various materials.
• Log samples and coordinate transport using LIMS.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate, and operate laboratory equipment.

Skills

HPLC

GC

Analytical methods

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

UHPLC

UV/VIS

FTIR

Karl Fischer

pH meter

Density meter

Job description

Are you an accurate, methodical chemist that thrives in a team environment where collaboration is celebrated? Are you ready to join a company that has Industry Leading Quality and Service as a Core Value? Do you want to learn how your skills can help improve people's health while respecting the resources of our planet? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Quality Control Laboratory Analyst at our Kelowna location! If this kind of work gets you excited, we would love to hear from you.

We are a growing BC business and one of Canada’s leading manufacturers of nutritional supplements, dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of our customers.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical and chemical analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, packaging materials, and finished products, utilizing UHPLC, HPLC, GC, UV/VIS, FTIR, titrations, Karl Fischer, pH meter, density meter, and other instruments
• Log samples for testing, coordinate transport of and input results using LIMS
• Maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate, and operate laboratory equipment
• Participate in scheduled cleaning and other laboratory housekeeping duties
• Coordinate with manufacturing for sample workflow; provide support for various manufacturing and validation processes

Qualifications

• A degree in Chemistry or a related field
• Minimum 4 year of experience in an analytical lab preferred
• HPLC, GC, and other instrumentation experience will be considered an asset
• The ability to quickly refocus your attention throughout the day based on the priorities of the department
• A collaborative approach towards problem solving while fostering a positive team environment

Benefits

• Challenge yourself by working in an environment where the quality and integrity of data matters
• Work for a socially responsible company that cares about its staff and has a meaningful mission to improve the lives and well‑being of its customers
• Be part of a company that is rapidly growing and where you can grow within the company
• Work in a facility where safety and cleanliness are highly regarded
• Contribute towards maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and Good Documentation Practices (GDP)

Perks

• A competitive wage and the opportunity to grow
• Great benefits, including RRSP contributions, healthcare, health and personal spending accounts, wellness days, employee appreciation events and $300 per year to spend on company products in addition to employee discount pricing
• The opportunity to work with great people, the ability to influence and lead change within a company dedicated to continuous improvement

This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located. Only electronic applications can be accepted. This position will close when a competitive candidate pool has been identified. We thank you all for your applications and a member of our team will contact you soon. All the best! All internal applicants will be given priority for consideration for the first five business days that this position is posted. After that five days, Internal applicants will be considered along with all other applicants; however, are guaranteed at minimum a call from the Talent Acquisition team. FLKelowna