Instrumentation Technician - ICP-OES

About the Position

Instrumentation Technician - ICP-OES

Burnaby, BC, Canada

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Please note: This position will require the successful candidate to be available for afternoon shift (3pm to 11:30pm) and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Performs and executes laboratory techniques as per methods independently, following the company’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to carry out analyses.
• Documents information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
• Recording and periodically interpreting results to present to senior colleagues, results are evaluated in a timely manner.
• Keeps laboratory supplies readily available by inventorying stock.
• Assists in maintaining and operates equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and performing preventive maintenance. Record findings in logbook.
• Carry out routine instrument checks for compliance and accurate testing results. Record findings in logbooks.
• Assists with the preparation of method SOP’s, validation protocol and reporting.
• Demonstrates safe work habits and enforces a clean and organized working environment.
• Assists the Department Supervisor in monitoring and checking for the completion of all daily H&S checks, monthly H&S meetings, emergency protocol and any incident/accident reports.

Requirements

• Education: BSc. or Diploma in a Science related program or equivalent experience or training
• Experience: Minimum 1 – 3 years of relevant laboratory work experience required

Salary

Starting at $20.50 per hour.

We Offer

• 80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision
• Paid time off
• RRSP Program Eligibility

About the Company

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.