Lab Technician
Canada, Ontario, Sarnia
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week / CA$ 33 - 43 per hour
Experience: From 4 years
Conventional Energy
Introduction
Brunel is seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to support quality control and testing within a fast-paced petrochemical environment. In this role, you will perform both routine and non-routine analysis on in-process and finished products, ensuring all materials meet strict specifications and regulatory standards.
What are you going to do
- Adhere to safety, health, and environment standards in the laboratory and onsite.
- Perform routine and non-routine testing for in-process and finished product on specification and non-specification related properties using Melt Indexers, OCS optical equipment, FTIR, densitometers, hydraulic presses, colorimeters, and other equipment as per procedures.
- Perform chemical analysis of process samples using gas chromatographs, auto titrators and other wet chemistry methods.
- Validate testing equipment daily.
- Make real-time decisions regarding product disposition (e.g., product grading, blending consultations).
- Produce certified test results for product shipment release.
- Enter test result data in SAP and maintains an effective log.
- Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and test method problems.
- Assist in the commissioning of new equipment and related testing and documentation.
- Generate and analyzing statistical data to maintain quality control of existing equipment and testing procedures.
- Take initiative to troubleshoot and address problem areas with equipment/procedures.
- Maintain conformance to the ISO 9001-2015 standard.
- Complete and maintain Lab and Responsible Care® training requirements.
- Be an Emergency Response Team member.
Essential skills and knowledge
- 3-year Diploma in Chemical Laboratory Technology or equivalent.
- Demonstrated commitment to Responsible Care®.
- Strong attention to detail for accuracy of test results.
- Preferred experience within the Petrochemical, Manufacturing, or related industry.
- Proficient knowledge and experience with plant operations, lab testing, and lab testing equipment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong troubleshooting, testing, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both in a team setting and individually with minimal supervision.
- Advanced knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
What we offer
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