Laboratory Technician 2 (Burnaby, British Columbia, CA) at Bureau Veritas

                Job Title:                      Laboratory Technician 2

                Reports to (title):           Laboratory Supervisor 

                Department:                Environmental Organics 

Basic Purpose:   What is the overall function of the job?   

Responsible for performing sample preparations and to provide general lab support in the analysis of samples in accordance with departmental standard operating procedures and health and safety policies.

Key Accountability/Responsibilities:   What specifically is this job expected to accomplish?  

• Review LIMS summary reports to plan and organize daily work 
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) when conducting work 
• Perform sample preparation and procedures prior to analyses 
• Perform some basic testing procedures 
• Identify any non-routine samples and seek guidance on procedures for handling 
• Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within holding time requirements 
• Identify and communicate procedural non conformances to Supervisor 
• Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabeling, sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples and other materials 
• Provide supervisor/manager with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays
• Adhere to Bureau Veritas Code of Ethics Policy 
• Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program 
• Participate, when requested in department and health and safety meetings 
• Participate, when requested in internal and external audits 
• Keep work area clean, neat and organized 
• Maintain training records and relevant qualifications 
• Proactively support in orders of supplies and maintains appropriate inventory levels.
• Act as a positive change agent in supporting Bureau Veritas new initiatives (operational and cultural)
• Execute sound judgement in regard to lab resources in order to meet sample TATs and Hold Times
• Participate in cross training in order to help meet BV production and quality targets  

• Perform basic troubleshooting of equipment and procedural problems.
• Perform training of junior Technicians and Assistants.
• Make recommendation, which are scientifically sound for procedure improvement and solving problems.
• Participate, when requested, in method troubleshooting and non-conformance investigations
• Have been a lab tech I for a minimum of 6 – 12 months while providing high quality results.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Knowledge:  What skills and knowledge are used to carry out job responsibilities and solve problems?

• B.Sc. with a focus in Chemistry or a technical diploma
• Experience with GC instrumentation and analysis would be an asset
• Positive outlook with a ability to work in a fast paced environment 
• Good time-management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills 
• Ability to be adaptable and flexible to a changing environment 
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team 
• Detail orientated & good record keeping skills 
• Ability to accurately follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and instructions 
• Ability to learn quickly 

Work Relationships

•     Internal:  Customer Service, Quality Assurance, Technical Support Groups, Human Resources, peers for support and information  

Working Conditions:  physical work environment, physical effort, visual and listening attention, and travel

• High level of work production in fast paced lab environment
• May require flexible workings hours, overtime and shift work
• May involve long periods of standing
• Hazardous materials are handled using established safety procedures and appropriate PPE
• Some lifting and carrying