Laboratory Analyst
Dead Line: April 28, 2022
- Review LIMS summary reports to plan and organize daily work
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) when conducting following work:
- Perform sample preparation and procedure prior to analyses
- Perform some basic testing procedures
- Ensure a high level of accuracy in sample preparation and analysis
- Operate and maintain all necessary instruments and equipment to complete tasks (PC / Mac computers, pipettes, thermal cyclers, automated sequencers, liquid handling instruments, etc).
- Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within holding time requirements.
- Identify and document all known sample deviations, non-conformances, and/or process deviations and report to the Supervisor.
- Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree in related field (i.e. BS, Petroleum/Chemical Technician)
- Demonstrated success in position of a Laboratory Technician or Analyst is an asset
- Sound knowledge of sample handling procedures to ensure continuity and integrity of samples through compliance with laboratory procedures and quality assurance protocols
- Knowledge of and experience with laboratory Occupational Health and Safety practices to handle hazardous materials by taking the necessary precautions
- Excellent manual dexterity, record keeping, calculations and problem solving abilities
- Flexible to perform varying duties to accommodate changing priorities
- Good time-management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills
- Strong computer skills
- Positive outlook with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Works both independently and as part of a team
- Health & Dental Coverage
- Life Insurance
- STD & LTD Coverage
- Company RRSP match
- Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
- Professional Development
- Minimum Education: Diploma in related field (Required)
- 1 year of experience in related field (Preferred)
- Monday to Friday
- Willing to work overtime when necessary (including some weekends)
- Shift work (mornings, afternoons and nights)
- To provide general support in the pre-processing of samples and perform certain analysis
- General lab support including sort and distribute, pre-processing of samples, weighing and analysis.
- Provide professional Human Resources advice to a dedicated client group within the Food, DNA/Forensics and Corporate Services lines of business
- Provide full cycle recruitment services/guidance to management and staff as well as onboarding and off boarding of employees
Responsible for Inorganics Sample Preparation (soil and water) and relatively straightforward laboratory testing.
Reporting to the Laboratory Manager and under the general guidance of the Sample Prep Supervisor and/or Shift Lead Hand, the Sample Preparation Technician performs duties related to the preparation of client samples for analysis.
Reporting to the Geochemistry Manager and under the supervision of the Assistant Manager and/or Shift Supervisor, the Geochem Laboratory Technician will perform duties related to processing and analysis of client samples in the Geochemistry department.
Reporting to the Director of Technical Services, the Quality Assistant will perform duties related to the administration of the Upstream Minerals (UM) Quality program and work closely with the UM Quality Health and Safety team.
Reporting to the Chief Assayer, the Metallurgical Assayer will perform duties relating to the analysis of all samples and test products.
Responsible for receiving environmental samples from clients and couriers, unpacking, inspecting and labeling samples.
- Conduct analysis of petroleum samples, compiling results and being responsible for following the standard operating procedures and controls
- Preparation of samples for inspection, and perform other required lab analysis such as SQC and proficiency program samples
Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the Oil & Petroleum Field Inspector will perform the inspection and certification of products at on-site locations; perform minor lab analytical tests, and will assist the Operations Manager with client communication of operational details, results, and observations.