Junior Lab Technician - 12 Month Contract

Junior Lab Technician - 12 Month Contract page is loaded## Junior Lab Technician - 12 Month Contractlocations : Brampton, ONtime type : Full timeposted on : Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id : REQ-12081

• IKO Industries Ltd.
• is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. 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 Description
• The Junior Laboratory Technician supports laboratory operations by performing routine tests, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in a scientific laboratory environment. The technician will contribute to the accuracy and efficiency of laboratory processes.
• Benefits
• Health Insurance (includes Virtual Health, and HCSA), Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Long-term Disability, Short-term Disability
• RRSP Match
• Paid Vacation
• Floating Days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Engagement Events
• Awards and Recognition
• Tuition reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Perks & Discounts
• Job Responsibilities
• Safely conduct testing, analysis and reporting of asphalt roofing shingle products and raw materials.
• Prepare samples, reagents, and solutions for analysis according to standard procedures.
• Perform routine laboratory tests and experiments following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and relevant standards.
• Accurately record and report test results in a timely manner.
• Assist in inventory management of laboratory supplies and reagents.
• Follow all laboratory health and safety protocols and best practices and guidelines.
• Ensure proper labeling, handling, and storage of chemicals and samples in accordance with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures.
• Clean, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment according to procedures.
• Document repairs, maintenance, calibration, and verification of laboratory instruments.
• Coordinate work to maintain efficiency and ensure timely completion of laboratory tasks.
• Coordinate with other technicians to complete tasks according to the planned schedule.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and knowledge-sharing activities.
• Support senior technicians and scientists in ongoing projects.## Qualifications
• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in a laboratory setting (internships or co-op placements considered).
• Certified Technician (C.Tech) or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) is considered an asset (or eligibility).
• Experience in a laboratory environment is considered an asset.
• Familiar with laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and processes including the safe operation of testing equipment and adherence to lab procedures.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and related regulations.
• Detail oriented and maintains organizational skills to support team tasks.
• Demonstrates problem-solving and analytical abilities in routine tasks.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact effectively and efficiently with the team.
• Ability to occasionally lift materials up to 25 lbs.## #LI-DI1
• Benefits of Employment :
• IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
• Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment :
• IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.locations : Brampton, ONtime type : Full timeposted on : Posted 2 Days Ago

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