Chemical Preparation Laboratory Technician

BH-310096
  • Competitive
  • Canada Ontario Ottawa
  • Contract
  • Life Sciences
Description:
Position Overview
  • Under the supervision of the Supervisor, Chemical Preparation Operations, the Chemical Preparation Laboratory Technician I is responsible for preparation of sensor print mixes, stock solutions, or other chemical mixtures for sensor and test card assembly processes
Responsibilities
  • Produce chemicals mixtures and calibration fluid to be used in manufacturing following standard operating procedures. Observe proper sanitization standards and PPE use while performing tasks.
  • Prioritize daily tasks based on necessity and inventory to complete tasks in a timely manner; plan out chemical production to maintain consistent output.
  • Keep precise written and electronic quantitative records of mixes produced, following general good documentation protocols.
  • Maintain general laboratory cleanliness and organization.
  • Maintain daily laboratory instruments, including analytical balances, hotplates, sonicators, micropipettes and a variety of benchtop glassware.
  • Support in material verification for new incoming raw materials by running in-house experiments to determine sensor performance.
  • Assist in process improvements by participating in experimental trials, following approved experimental protocols.
  • Support interdepartmental chemical requests for in-house product testing. Communicate clearly with other departments to determine deadlines.
Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience
  • Technical diploma, or Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience.
  • Flexibility to work overtime, on-call and/or on different rotating shifts as required.
  • Ability to consistently execute routine yet detailed chemical preparation
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment while satisfying personal responsibilities.
Physical
  • Manual dexterity.
  • Ability to distinguish between colours.
  • Ability to lift 10kg to shoulder level for short intervals throughout a workday.
Preferred Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience
  • Experience in a regulated industry


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