Do you believe in the power of teamwork and sharing ideas? Do you take pride in delivering exceptional quality and service with everything you do? Do you seek out ideas for improving the status quo?

 

 

If you want to make a difference and love being surrounded by the best and the brightest minds, Bureau Veritas Canada might be the place for you!

 

 

Here are our Core Values:

 

Trusted

 

Responsible

 

Ambitious & Humble

 

Open & Inclusive

 

 

 

If these values resonate with you, Bureau Veritas is looking for a

 

 

                Job Title:                      Laboratory Technician 2

                Reports to (title):           Laboratory Supervisor 

                Department:                Environmental Organics 

 

Basic Purpose:   What is the overall function of the job?   

 

Responsible for performing sample preparations and to provide general lab support in the analysis of samples in accordance with departmental standard operating procedures and health and safety policies.

 

Key Accountability/Responsibilities:   What specifically is this job expected to accomplish?  

 

Review LIMS summary reports to plan and organize daily work  Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) when conducting work  Perform sample preparation and procedures prior to analyses  Perform some basic testing procedures  Identify any non-routine samples and seek guidance on procedures for handling  Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within holding time requirements  Identify and communicate procedural non conformances to Supervisor  Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabeling, sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples and other materials  Provide supervisor/manager with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays Adhere to Bureau Veritas Code of Ethics Policy  Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program  Participate, when requested in department and health and safety meetings  Participate, when requested in internal and external audits  Keep work area clean, neat and organized  Maintain training records and relevant qualifications  Proactively support in orders of supplies and maintains appropriate inventory levels. Act as a positive change agent in supporting Bureau Veritas new initiatives (operational and cultural) Execute sound judgement in regard to lab resources in order to meet sample TATs and Hold Times Participate in cross training in order to help meet BV production and quality targets  

 

Perform basic troubleshooting of equipment and procedural problems. Perform training of junior Technicians and Assistants. Make recommendation, which are scientifically sound for procedure improvement and solving problems. Participate, when requested, in method troubleshooting and non-conformance investigations Have been a lab tech I for a minimum of 6 – 12 months while providing high quality results. Other duties as assigned

Skills and Knowledge:  What skills and knowledge are used to carry out job responsibilities and solve problems?

 

B.Sc. with a focus in Chemistry or a technical diploma Experience with GC instrumentation and analysis would be an asset Positive outlook with a ability to work in a fast paced environment  Good time-management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills  Ability to be adaptable and flexible to a changing environment  Ability to work both independently and as part of a team  Detail orientated & good record keeping skills  Ability to accurately follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and instructions  Ability to learn quickly 

 

Work Relationships

 

•     Internal:  Customer Service, Quality Assurance, Technical Support Groups, Human Resources, peers for support and information  

 

Working Conditions:  physical work environment, physical effort, visual and listening attention, and travel

 

High level of work production in fast paced lab environment May require flexible workings hours, overtime and shift work May involve long periods of standing Hazardous materials are handled using established safety procedures and appropriate PPE Some lifting and carrying

 

Benefits:

 

Health & Dental Coverage Life Insurance STD & LTD Coverage Company RRSP match Employee Assistant Program (EAP) Professional Development

 

Bureau Veritas is proud to be committed to providing fair and competitive pay.

 

The salary range for this role is  $22.00 - $24.50 an hour.

 

Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,  experience, and market location.