Analytical Lab Technician

OTI Lumionics is seeking for an Analytical Lab Technician to join its Chemistry team. The Analytical Lab Technician will carry out QAQC activities using various analytical techniques, in accordance with SOPs, and heath & safety standards. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to operate R&D and/or production analytical instruments.
• Following SOP to perform sample preparation and testing, which may include but not limited to NMR, HPLC, TGA, DSC and GC analyses.
• Assisting analytical chemists with the repair, modification, and setup of new instruments.
• Assist analytical chemists with calibration and maintenance of R&D and/or production equipment and laboratory infrastructure.
• Assisting analytical chemists with data processing and report preparation.
• Perform all tasks in accordance with established Safe Work Practices and Standard, Operating Procedures.
• Ensuring compliance with environmental policies, procedures, and objectives, and actively participate in the identification and reduction of environmental impacts related to the role
• Adhering to health and safety protocols, reporting hazards, and contributing to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for all employees
• Other ad hoc duties as assigned

• Post-Secondary Degree in Analytical Chemistry or Organic Chemistry with a minimum of 2 years of relevant industry experience.

• Excellent hands-on laboratory skills
• Strong organizational, time management, analytical and follow up skills
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team oriented environment
• High attention to detail
• Ability to learn quickly, demonstrate flexibility, take initiative, and maintain a positive, can do attitude
• Experience working in an industrial analytical laboratory setting
• Extended hours may be required from time to time
• Ability to work all shifts, including morning and evening shifts, weekends, and holidays