Lab Technician

Location

Manitoba | Canada

Job description

JOB SUMMARY
The role will be responsible for  ensuring Sun Gro’s quality practices are adhered to at the site they support as well as external agency requirements.  This is done by following the steps outlined in the SQS Manual, conducting tests on raw materials, in-process components and finished products.  The Lab Technician must consistently monitor product quality to ensure compliance with standards and specifications.  Data is collected and reported to ensure consistent product is produced and verified.

• Competitive salary 
• Competitive health, dental and insurance plans
• Competitive matched retirement savings program
• The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with focus on diversity and inclusion
• The opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing

WHEN YOU JOIN US, YOU WILL BE:

• Understand and accurately follow the SQS program and its requirements
• Work with operations employees to complete raw material, in-process and finished product testing per SQS Manual
• Understand and follow the appropriate protocols (escalation) when materials fail to meet expected quality parameters
• Test finished product at the start of a run and throughout to ensure consistency
• Collect or create samples as required by Technical, Regulatory or other teams
• Calibrate testing equipment as required by SQS Manual
• Assist in plant/mix line calibration as requested by operations
• Collect retain samples as required by SQS Manual
• Train employees in performing receiving, in-process and finished product testing as required
• Enter test results into SG database Navision quality module and provide to approved parties e.g. Grower/Technical Specialist data as requested
• Assist Grower Specialist and Operations with claims resolution
• Participate on Plant-centric teams to provide insight into quality issues in a timely manner

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 – 3 years experience in production of soils or related industry is an asset
• Strong math, analytical and problem solving skills
• Good organizational and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Fosters Teamwork
• Above average computer skills, Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and other data-based system.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, sit, stand for extended periods of time. 
• Able to lift up to 20 lbs. 
• Ability to smell, hear and see
• Ability to touch and feel
• Ability to work shift work
• Ability to communicate effectively and interpret tests results to others

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