Position Summary
In close collaboration with the entire experimented Lab team, the Technical Representatives and the Technical Services Director, the mortar lab Technician supports production, sales, and product development for the Lafarge East-Canada Cement Division through laboratory work.
Responsibilities
Health and Safety :
- Respect and promote safe practices in the laboratory by adopting appropriate behaviors.
- Make sure to handle chemicals safely, respecting the environment.
- Make sure to handle laboratory equipment and mechanical devices safely.
Laboratory testing and equipment :
Perform analyzes according to different standards such as ASTM, AASHTO, CSA and others.Be responsible for the proper use of the equipment and its maintenance and follow-up.Participate in inter-laboratory test campaigns such as CCRL, RRT and CSA. Respect the quality assurance program of the laboratory.Manage the laboratory warehouse space (driving a forklift and a pallet truck could be required).Experiences and Education
College diploma in civil engineering, chemistry or a relevant working experience;Experience in a laboratory is suitable;Must show interest in laboratory techniques;Must show interest in quality control and R&D analysis.Technical expertise
Demonstrate good analytical and good judgmental skills;Demonstrate good manual dexterity;Be responsible for the maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting of certain equipment;Be able to update testing procedures;Be proficient or interested in the following laboratory methods :Resistance in compression on mortar ASTM C; Sulphate resistance ASTM C; Shrinkage / expansion measurement on mortar; Setting time (Vicat); Finesse (Blaine and 45 um); etc.Skills
Be stimulated by teamwork;Be organized and autonomous;Demonstrate ease of adaptation, flexible and open to change;Demonstrate initiative;Be able to share his knowledge;Demonstrate a desire to learn;Honest and reliable;Have knowledge and skills with different operating systems (Microsoft);Have the ability to express themselves orally and in writing in French and English.Transfer of knowledge
Communicate with other team members and the supervisor about observations made on certain projects;Communicate with other team members and the supervisor about observations made on health and safety practices;Improve our work efficiency by using his experience acquired beforehand.We thank you for your interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Lafarge is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Lafarge Canada Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. In Ontario, our organization / business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
