Laboratory Technician-Calgary

POSITION PROFILE

Job Title: Laboratory Technician
Reports to (title): Laboratory Supervisor / Laboratory Manager
Department: Laboratory

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

Results oriented to produce high quality defensible analytical data, safely and on time by following applicable Standard Operating Procedures.
Perform sample preparation / extractions of target compounds under specific matrices and provides general lab support in the analysis of samples

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 following work:
o Perform sample preparation and procedures prior to analyses
o Perform some basic testing procedures
o 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 mislabelling, sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples and other materials.
Provide general lab support
Provide supervisor/manager with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays
Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program
Participate, when requested in department and Health & Safety meetings
Participate, when requested in internal and external audits
Keep work area clean, neat and organized
Maintain training records and relevant qualifications
All other responsibilities as assigned

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

Post-Secondary school education or equivalent experience
Accurately follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and instructions
Detail oriented with accurate record keeping skills.
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
Adapts to a changing environment
Works both independently and as part of a team
Learns quickly

Work Relationships

Internal: Laboratory Operations, Customer Service and Sample Logistics Departments
External:

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

High level of work production in fast-paced lab environment. Can involve the repetition of the same process. Requires patience, tenacity and persistence
Flexible working hours, overtime and shift work
May involve long periods of standing
Some lifting and carrying (up to 40 lbs)
Hazardous materials are handled using established safety procedures and appropriate equipment