Company Description
We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for 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.
Job Description
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Sample homogenization, extraction and extract cleanup
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Performing routine laboratory tasks in support of all analytical chemists including operation of rotovaps, soxhlets, manifolds and other laboratory equipment; solvent rinsing glassware, preparing reagents and packing chromatographic columns.
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Recording accurate and complete routine data on work-up sheets to provide a complete legal history of the samples.
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Become proficient within one or more of the lab groups – Sample Prep, Extraction, Cleanup, LC and Technical Group.
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Training and mentoring of peers in methods and standard operating procedures.
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Apply method approved additional extract cleanup steps as required.
Qualifications
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Education: Technical Diploma or BSc. in Chemistry or related science
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Ability to work independently and in a team environment to achieve common goals and objectives;
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Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during work;
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Highly organized, self- motivated and energetic.
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Willingness to participate in flexible work schedules (including evenings and weekends);
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Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
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Candidates must be proficient in using several types of computer software (Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook).
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Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
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Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
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Works well under pressure.
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Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.
Additional Information
Salary: $25 per hour
Some benefit highlights:
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80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision
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Paid time off
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RRSP Program Eligibility
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.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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.
