Lab Technician

Sun Gro Horticulture Ltd. is the leading supplier of superior quality peat moss, peat-based and bark-based Horticultural Growing Products to North American professional and retail markets. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

JOB SUMMARY
The role will be responsible for ensuring Sun Gro’s quality practices are adhered to at the site they support as well as external agency requirements. This is done by following the steps outlined in the SQS Manual, conducting tests on raw materials, in-process components and finished products. The Lab Technician must consistently monitor product quality to ensure compliance with standards and specifications. Data is collected and reported to ensure consistent product is produced and verified.

Location
Elma, Manitoba

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Competitive wage
Competitive Benefits
The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with focus on diversity and inclusion
The opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing
WHEN YOU JOIN US, YOU WILL BE:
Understand and accurately follow the SQS program and its requirements
Work with operations employees to complete raw material, in-process and finished product testing by SQS Manual
Understand and follow the appropriate protocols (escalation) when materials fail to meet expected quality parameters
Test finished product at the start of a run and throughout to ensure consistency
Collect or create samples as required by Technical, Regulatory or other teams
Calibrate testing equipment as required by SQS Manual
Assist in plant/mix line calibration as requested by operations
Collect retain samples as required by SQS Manual
Train employees in performing receiving, in-process and finished product testing as required
Enter test results into SG database Navision quality module and provide to approved parties e.g. Grower/Technical Specialist data as requested
Assisting Grower Specialist and Operations with claims resolution
Participate in Plant-centric teams to provide insight into quality issues in a timely manner
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:
High school diploma or equivalent
1 – 3 years’ experience in production of soils or related industry is an asset
Strong math, analytical and problem-solving skills
Good organizational and communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Fosters Teamwork
Above average computer skills, Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and other data-based systems.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to walk, sit, stand for extended periods of time.
Able to lift up to 20 lbs.
Ability to smell, hear and see
Ability to touch and feel
Ability to work shift work
Ability to communicate effectively and interpret tests results to others

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