Lab Technician
Location: 51 Clearview Drive, Tillsonburg, ON
Our People Can Tell the Future. Maybe You Can Too.
Who are we?
We are a warehousing and transfer company that brings pride and excellence to the market every day. We bring innovation that’s authentic and measurable as well as bringing leadership to community priorities in equal unison with our corporate priorities. We recognize our core strength is ingenuity, which is a human resource that renews through encouragement and development. We are twenty-first century accomplishment leaders; inside, safety side and market side.
ISO 9001:2015 certified; Future Transfer is an essential network of specialist services for an agriculture sector with sophisticated challenges. Strategic national warehousing, next level logistics, tolerance specific custom formulation, packaging, transloading, and a fully inclusive company-wide think-tank of empowered solution achievers.
Future Transfer is a growing story; join us and tell your part.
Who are we searching for?
We are looking for a full-time Lab Technician to join our busy and growing team!
Job Duties
- Conduct various laboratory testing procedures in accordance with SOPs to verify product quality and compliance.
- Handle and operate sensitive laboratory instruments, including but not limited to:
o Gas Chromatography (GC)
o Liquid Chromatography (LC, HPLC)
o pH meters
o Analytical balances
o Spectrophotometers (UV-Vis, IR, etc.)
o Viscometers
o Titration equipment
o Moisture analyzers
o Density meters
o Karl Fischer Titrators
o Particle size analyzer (Mastesizer 3000+ and Bettersizer 2600)
o ICP-OES
- Perform sample preparation, testing, and data interpretation with precision and accuracy.
- Record all test results and analytical data in the designated formats.
- Maintain and update equipment records and daily laboratory logbooks.
- Assist in ordering laboratory supplies and ensure proper calibration and maintenance of instruments.
- Follow all laboratory safety protocols, including proper handling of corrosive, flammable, and hazardous chemicals.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient laboratory environment in accordance with company policies.
- Support method development and validation for new formulations as required.
- Collaborate with the QA/QC team and production staff to address quality-related concerns.
- Create formulation blend sheets under customer manual specifications
- Create Certificates of Analysis (COA) for QC products under customer requirements
- Assist in customer related trial operations with Quality team
- Other duties related to product quality testing and laboratory operations, as required.
Required Knowledge/ Experience:
- Education: College Diploma or University Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a Lab Technician Program (Postgraduate degrees will be given preference).
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in a laboratory and/or industrial environment.
- QA/QC Knowledge: Understanding of laboratory quality control programs and compliance requirements.
- Technical Proficiency: Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments.
- Attention to Detail: Strong analytical mindset with the ability to follow SOPs precisely.
- Mathematical & Computer Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) for data analysis; strong mathematical knowledge is an asset.
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and collaboration.
- Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift at least 15 lbs occasionally.
- Teamwork & Initiative: A proactive and trustworthy individual who can work independently and within a team.
- Class G driver’s license
Work Conditions:
- Given the nature of production, shift work may be required during peak seasons, depending on production schedules.
- Work is performed in both a laboratory and a busy plant facility. Primarily at 51 Clearview Dr. lab – assistance at other sites (Plant 8, Aylmer may be required)\
- Prolonged periods of standing and conducting tests may be necessary.
- Overtime, as required
Safety is our priority, both the starting point and foundation for all aspects of our business operations. Safe transport and storage of products, safe operational practices and safe working conditions enable us to protect our employees, customers, suppliers, and the environment.
To read more about our successes and what we do, please visit: www.futuretransfer.com
We thank you for your interest in careers at Future Transfer.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)
Experience:
- industrial/manufacturing lab: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person