Testing Lab Technician

Socket.dev; Brampton; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage

Education assistance

Scholarships for employees' children

PPE program

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Atlantic Packaging seeks a Testing Lab Technician in Brampton to prepare and test corrugated board, including basis weight, edge crush (ECT), caliper, Cobb, BCT, Mullen, and related tests. You will report to the Structural Design Manager and support pre-shipment tests such as drop and vibration.

The role requires a college diploma or university degree in laboratory science, packaging technology, or materials science, with 1–2 years of lab/quality control experience and familiarity with

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of hands-on laboratory or quality control experience, ideally in pulp, paper, or corrugated packaging.
• Familiarity with TAPPI, ASTM, or ISO testing procedures for paper and corrugated materials.
• Strong communication skills for teamwork and independent work.

Responsibilities

• Understand and implement company quality systems and policies.
• Daily testing of samples from plant corrugators and converting lines.
• Execute specialized tests in the mill lab environment (e.g., S.T.F.I., slip angle, Mullen).
• Prepare, test, and report on basis weight, edge crush, caliper, pin adhesion, flat crush, BCT, Mullen burst, Cobb tests.
• Forward random testing results and reports to Quality Control personnel.
• Advising the Structural Design Manager on non-conformances and stock issues.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Lab science/Packaging tech degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

“Join us in building Careers and shaping Experiences Beyond the Box”

About Us

At Atlantic Packaging, every box tells a story and yours begins here. As a proudly Canadian-owned company with over 80 years of excellence in the corrugated packaging industry with operations within North America (Ontario, Quebec and United States), we’re committed to sustainability, customer excellence and community impact. Since 1945, we’ve supported local jobs and built a legacy of trust with our clients and team members. At Atlantic, your ideas matter, your growth is supported and your work makes a real impact.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Testing Lab Technician for our Brampton location. Reporting to the Structural Design Manager, this position is responsible for preparing and testing corrugated board. Tests performed in the lab include; basis weight, edge crush (ECT), caliper, pin adhesion (PAT), flat crush (FCT), box compression (BCT), mullen (burst) and cobb. Pre – shipment tests include; drop, vibration and incline.

What you'll do

• Understandand implement companyquality systems and policies
• Attend QWG and Safety meetingsasrequired
• Daily Testing:Perform routine testing on random samples from plant corrugators (pre-converted sheets) and converting lines (post-converted samples).
• Mill Lab Testing:Execute specialized tests including S.T.F.I., slip angle, and Mullen inside the mill lab environment
• Technical Test Battery:Prepare, test, and report on basis weight, edge crush (ECT), caliper, pin adhesion, flat crush, box compression (BCT), Mullen burst, and Cobb tests.
• Forwardall random testing resultsand reportsto the applicable Quality Control personnel
• Non-Conformance Escalation:Advisethe Structural Design Managerofproduct non-conformances, workflow volume issues, or stock depletion
• Data Log Reporting:Manage weekly productivity log reporting and distribute random testing results to applicable Quality Control personnel
• Customer-Requested Testing:Run tailored tests requested by clients and forward dataand recommendationsdirectly to the handling sales representative
• Competitor Benchmarking:Analyze and test competitor board samples for comparison purposes as requested by the sales team
• Calibrate rulers, caliper gauges, and THDX recorder asrequired
• Participating in Product Knowledge Seminars and tours
• Perform other duties asrequired
• Work safely, reporting hazards and unsafe conditions, and taking all reasonable measures to protect themselves and their co-workers
• Use and wear personal protective equipmentasrequired
• Work in compliance with the responsibilities as outlined in the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act and the Industrial Regulations and with the Company’s safe practices and procedures

What you'll bring

• College diploma or university degree in laboratory science, packaging technology, or materials scienceis preferred
• 1 to 2 years of hands-on laboratory or quality control experience, ideally within the pulp, paper, or corrugated packaging industry.
• Familiarity with TAPPI, ASTM, or ISO testing procedures for paper and corrugated materials.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products; Outlook, Excel, Word and Power point
• Strong,effective communication skillsfor teamwork and independent work
• Detail oriented and professional demeanor

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage (dependents included)
• Teamwork-focused culture with sustainability initiatives and social events
• A culture of appreciation through a point-based recognition
• Opportunities for advancement and internal movement
• Education assistance for continuous skill development
• Academic scholarships for employees’ children
• Safety equipment and PPE support program
• Knowledge of advanced material considerations is an asset

Inclusion and Accessibility

Atlantic Packaging is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible and respectful environment for all candidates. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team—we’re here to support you.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in joining Atlantic Packaging. While we appreciate the time and effort invested, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please Note:

Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal and background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

Hiring Range :$56,000 to $65,000 per year. A candidate’s experience and knowledge may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for an existing vacancy.