Materials Lab Technician Jobs in Kitchener, British Columbia

Assist in logistics and planning of ExoShield manufacturing process and supply chain management

Manage testing, production, and inventory documents

1-5 years of experience in a lab setting

Diligent and detail oriented with good organizational skills and attention to detail

Proactive/self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently and manage priorities/time under a dynamic high pressure environment

Competitive health benefits plan (available to Canadian residents and work-permit holders)

Finished goods sample room management

Previous experience or education in a Quality-related role or program is preferred.

Collection, testing and/or validating of client samples

Using quality laboratory including equipment following work instructions and carton quality standards

Quality audits and inspections, including elements of food safety

Participate in document control distribution

Quality Management of materials testing laboratory, including preparation for CCIL audits and certifications and routine calibrations and equipment maintenance.

Ability to act as a Local Radiation Safety Officer and manage CCIL Certification audits.

Strong communication skills and leadership capabilities

Working with a team of highly skilled engineers, technicians, surveyors and drafters to provide excellent client service

Experience performing field reviews of civil construction projects would be an asset

Ability to work long hours during peak season to fulfil project requirements

Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills.

CCIL Certification is an asset.

Previous TDG Training and experience using a Nuclear Gauge an asset.

Lab experience is an asset.

Job Responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

Hourly wages will be commensurate to experience. This position is also eligible to participate in Kontur’s

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Minimum Experience: 3 years in cellular or biological manufacturing with laboratory responsibilities.

Minimum Skills: Demonstrated knowledge base with Good Manufacturing Practices (e.g., cGMPs, GLPs, GDPs).

Performs all product manufacturing duties in cGMP facilities, adhering to all applicable gowning and safety requirements.

Experience with standard operating procedures in a cGMP laboratory setting.

Knowledge of drug development and manufacturing.

You’ll be scheduling and coordinating the activities of staff, assessing resources and allocating work to meet project and client requirements

You’ll manage and deliver high quality work products safely, on-time and to the satisfaction of the client

Minimum of five years experience in construction QA/QC testing and inspection

Minimum of two years experience supervising a CCIL Types Q and R concrete laboratory and Type D aggregate laboratory

Sound knowledge of laboratory tests, field testing and inspection

We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging

Keep current/up to date on all training requirements.

Conduct sample receiving, data entry and chemical inventory through LIMS.

Complete training requirements for CE processes and gain a critical understanding of plant systems, process fundamentals, and plant operations.

Education: Technical College graduate or University degree in chemistry or a related discipline.

Experience performing Chromatography and ICP-OES/ICP-MS is considered an asset.

Working knowledge of related safety and WHMIS regulations.

Experience with heavy earthworks construction, or experience with geomembrane systems installation;

A diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or certification with CCIL as a lab or field technician;

Strong technical, oral, and written communication skills;

We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging

You will conduct routine quality assurance surveillance of contractor’s earthworks, aggregate production, concrete production, and/or concrete placement on site;

You will review contractor on-site testing facilities for conformance;

Strives to achieve "Exceptional Results” on LensCrafters’ annual CEI/Functional Skills that align with brand priorities.

Strong customer service skills (internal and external)

Strong inter-personal skills (friendly, caring, patient)

Performs multiple tasks simultaneously with accuracy and thoroughness despite time pressures and customer volume.

Attentive to detail with all measurements, calculations, equipment settings and defective product.

Reviews Accufit and diagnoses vision care needs.

Data entry, prepare reports, communicate summarized data in a timely manner.

Understanding of and the ability to adhere to HACCP requirements and GMP.

Reliable and able to demonstrate the ability to manage attendance and willing to work all shifts.

Please submit a detailed resume outlining your qualifications no later than May 31, 2023

Ensure the proper disposal of all hazardous chemical waste.

Various other laboratory duties as specified by supervisor.

Excellent organizational and project management skills.

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of CAD, MATLAB, and LABView is a bonus.

Assist in the design and construction of testbeds and prototypes for waste-heat driven sorption-based thermal energy storage and dehumidification systems.

Prepare and review technical drawings and source necessary parts and components.

Collaborate closely with partners to ensure project success.

Oversee and track project progress in collaboration with our team.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS And ABILITIES

Strong organizational and scheduling skills

Obtaining and recording test data in accordance with standards

Analyzing test data and performing routing calculations

May prepare project files for compliance with operating procedures

Performing other work as required

Minimum 1 year of experience in an analytical lab preferred

HPLC, GC, and other instrumentation experience will be considered an asset

Log samples for testing, co-ordinate transport of samples, 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

Good organizational, time management and prioritization skills, required

Performing report handling, statistics collection, and selected quality and document control responsibilities

Completion of 30 hours of professional continuing education per year, required

Experience working in a health care environment, required

Experience with the Epic HIS/Beaker Application is an asset

Very good customer service, interpersonal and telephone skills, required

Data entry into LIMS (SampleManager)

Identify issues that impact safety, environment and/or production Requirements and Qualifications:

Free access to our Aspire Academy for continuing professional education

Medical and dental benefits once qualified

Pathway to permanent hire Duties and Responsibilities:

Receive and login samples into LIMS (SampleManager)

Data entry into LIMS (SampleManager)

Identify issues that impact safety, environment and/or production Requirements and Qualifications:

Free access to our Aspire Academy for continuing professional education

Medical and dental benefits once qualified

Pathway to permanent hire Duties and Responsibilities:

Receive and login samples into LIMS (SampleManager)

Post-secondary education (degree and/or diploma) in a science program

Experience in chemical laboratory preferred

Quality control of all incoming raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.

Entering data into SAP computer system

Identifying, verifying, and recording of any product quality problems.

Implementing solutions to quality problems and verification

Maintain compliance with current practices and regulatory requirements

Maintain centralized system for documents and records

Monitor product safety, qualify, production process and records to ensure compliance to established procedures

Maintain SOP's for clarity and accuracy

Sciences degree with a focus on Chemistry and Plant Chemistry

Available for a 5 month contract starting immediately

Perform R&D tests according to project requirements

Excellent comprehension, analysis and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of material physics (an asset)

Oral and written communication skills: French and English

Knowledge of WHMIS, OHS and laboratory best practices (an asset)

Prepare the equipment and instruments needed to carry out analyses or experiments, e.g. mechanical-dynamic analyzers (DMA).

Performs data entry and other lab-related duties as required;

Sound communication and interpersonal skills;

Strong organizational and analytical skills;

Full range of group insurance benefits paid by Saputo.

Monitors the quality of all raw and finished products through bacterial, chemical and organoleptic evaluation;

Performs bacterial and chemical analysis of raw ingredients;

Previous experience in a laboratory setting is preferred.

Knowledge of laboratory equipment and procedures.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Collect and prepare cementum samples from animal teeth.

Perform cementum preparation, mounting, and staining procedures.

Operate laboratory equipment including microtomes, embedding units, tissue processors, microscopes, and microscope cameras.

Tests and analyzes products such as concrete, aggregate and cement for plastic and hardened requirements

Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering.

Fundamental knowledge of computer software (Windows, Word, Excel).

Sets up laboratory equipment and instrumentation required to perform tests, investigations, research and/or process control

Documents results of tests and analyses

Prepares samples for use in processing materials, following standardized formulas or experimental procedures

Strong time management and organizational ability

Experience with various laboratory procedures and data entry in Excel (or equivalent) is required

Applicants should have relevant field experience and knowledge of aquatic sampling methods and related equipment

Management and Staff Careers website

Must have previous work experience in a freshwater ecology laboratory. Experience in corresponding fieldwork would be considered an asset

Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills

Demonstrate a working knowledge of applicable Company prescribed software and programs

Shipping champion for Lab group, ensuring TDG requirements are met, proper labelling/cost coding is documented on COCs, etc.

Support lab operation, safety and environmental systems

Support stake holders on projects, R&D and operations optimization

Look for and lead efforts to improve processes and procedures as it relates to position

Carry out routine and non-routine lab sampling

Strong analytical and aseptic technique, detail-oriented and strong time management skills and ability to balance competing priorities.

A minimum of 2 years of experience working in an analytical laboratory and/or in a biosafety level 2 laboratory.

Experience with chemical reagent preparation and media preparation.

Laboratory safety and good laboratory practices (GLP) skills.

In preparing reagents and equipment for teaching laboratories;

With routine checks on basic benchtop equipment (hotplates, pH meters, balances, etc.);

Strong time management skills including ability to multitask and prioritize

Manage inventory of processing material and necessary lab supplies

Perform sanitation activities as per GPP requirements

Perform isolation tasks as assigned by manager in accordance to relevant SOPs; formulations include precise mixing of cannabinoids and solvents.

Ensure 100% compliance with QA requirements during day-to-day activities

Minimum BSc. with 1+ years laboratory, production/manufacturing, or pharmaceutical experience

Grade 12 education or recognized equivalent

Experience with Clinical Trial Execution

Advanced computer knowledge is an asset

Knowledge of Specimen Accessioning and Processing

Knowledge of Specimen Storing and Relocation

Knowledge of the Good Laboratory Practices and Personal Protective Equipment

Lighting knowledge or experience (a plus)

- You will receive a competitive salary based on skills and experience

2+ years of related experience (lab work or research, optics, electronics, or manufacturing)

Experience in maintaining and operating testing equipment

Experience with rendering software (Keyshot or similar), SolidWorks, AutoCAD, REVIT, AGi32, Dialux, Adobe creative (a plus)

- We offer learning opportunities enabling professional growth

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Experience with online/cloud-based data tracking and sharing, such as electronic notebooks, (online) database systems, mouse colony management systems

Establishing and maintaining relationships with lab members, supervisors, university management and the campus community

Management and Staff Careers website

Experience within the research specialty or a related field, including experience individually performing experiments

Demonstrated research documentation and reporting skills

Working collaboratively with lab instructors, you provide educational course support, equipment and supply management, facility management and customer service.

Works collaboratively with the Provincial Lab Manager for simple equipment-related problem solving.

Manages routine maintenance of manikins and partial task trainers according to established policies and procedures.

In collaboration with the Provincial Lab Manager, manages equipment and supply lists for lab courses and updates as necessary.

Manages consumable supplies inventory and ensures that all supplies are current.

Ensures all equipment is operating properly prior to lab.

Manage and control Makerspace specific co-curricular record certifications.

Maintain equipment, safety procedures, first aid certification, Material Data Sheets, safety training, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) personal and for customers.

A minimum of three years of practical experience with creative software, graphic user interfaces (GUI), raster image processing (RIP) software.

Practical experience with machine tools, power tools, hand tools, CNC machines, machine setup, machine maintenance.

Work with faculty to ensure that layout and setup for any specific workshop, semester long project or other event determined.

Ensure the equipment and space is organized, clean and always complies with all health & safety regulations.

Complete data entry of required patient demographics, requisition information, and other information related to processing test results.

Good computer skills with a minimum typing speed of 40 wpm.

Perform phlebotomies, connect/disconnect holter monitors, and perform ECG tracings.

Perform special test collections, such as medical/legal drug screens, paternity tests, and clinical trials, and complete related documentation.

Maintain client relationships, including responding to inquiries and following up on requests.

Prepare specimens for transportation and testing.

Very nice range of benefits

Benefits paid 100% by the employer

Full time 40 hours per week

Quality control and inspection of the lens against cosmetic and optical standards.

Maintain a clean and organized environment

Ensure basic operation, cleaning and ongoing maintenance of laboratory tools and equipment using established maintenance procedures and schedules.

Experience and/ or knowledge of construction sites;

Communication and interpersonal skills, must be able to work effectively and contribute to group relationships;

Strong work ethic and leadership skills;

Knowledge of asphalt pavement, Portland cement concrete and properties of soils would be beneficial;

We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging

You will review and understand project specifications and test standards;

Time management (must be able to prioritize tasks);

Experience and/ or knowledge of construction sites;

Problem solving and analytical thinking skills;

Technical writing skills and detailed data reporting.

Develop and improve construction job site skills;

Engineers Nova Scotia (or applicable province) monthly Experience Records and Coop Final Work Term Report (if required).