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POSITION: Laboratory Technician (Veolia North America - Jackson, MS)
BRIEF POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Laboratory Technician performs sample collection, preparation, extraction, and analysis according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and permitting requirements while achieving integrity of the laboratory’s results and target KPIs. KPIs include safety, productivity, and quality of work performed. The incumbent maintains workspace, equipment, instrumentation, and incoming/outgoing sample inventory.
The Incumbent develops and enhances effective troubleshooting skills and completes regular instrument maintenance and calibration procedures to enhance equipment reliability, efficiency, and accuracy. The Laboratory Technician is expected to become more efficient in the performance of testing and analysis as they progress within the laboratory which maintains a broad scope of analytical capabilities.
As requested, performs method development and validation and trains new team members. This position operates within a COR, ISO 17025 certified, and OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 conforming plant environment and is expected to comply with all regulatory requirements.
The facility operates on a 24/7 basis.
CORE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
⬥ Free and Total Chlorine analysis by colorimeter.
⬥ Sampling and subletting of water sample for coliform testing.
⬥ Dissolved Iron and Manganese analysis.
⬥ Perform daily temperature and balance checks.
⬥ PHCM Screen Analysis.
⬥ Sampling Raw Effluent from RBC.
⬥ Compatibility.
⬥ Log in samples when they arrive.
⬥ Group FFINCN samples for testing by WPS number.
⬥ Take pH of liquid FFINCN samples.
⬥ Assist wet, metals prep and organic prep sections as required.
⬥ Perform any sample preparation required when samples are received.
⬥ Archive, retrieve and dispose of completed samples.
⬥ PH analysis by pH meter and pH paper.
⬥ Electrical Conductivity analysis by EC meter.
⬥ Total Dissolved Solids analysis.
⬥ Total Suspended Solids analysis.
⬥ Heat Value analysis by calorimeter.
⬥ Flash Point analysis.
⬥ Phys/Chem Screen performance.
⬥ Specific Gravity analysis by syringe or hydrometer.
⬥ Ignitability analysis.
⬥ Anion analysis by IC.
⬥ Moisture Content analysis.
⬥ Metals Digestion procedure.
⬥ Leachable Metals by TCLP extraction.
⬥ Metals Instrumentation Duties.
⬥ Analysis of TCLP extracts by ICP.
⬥ Analysis of digests for Total Metals Heavy Metals by ICP.
⬥ TOC Analysis.
⬥ Analysis of all sample extracts for PCB content.
⬥ Extraction and regeneration of PUF samples for PCB.
⬥ Interpretation of chromatograms and reporting of PCB results.
⬥ Checking/recording of daily calibration checks for each GC.
⬥ Standard preparation for GC calibration checks and standards.
⬥ Prepare sample extracts for analysis by waste dilution, low water, high water, and sonication methods.
⬥ Proper cleaning of glassware and equipment, including baking to remove organic residues.
⬥ Carbonaceous Biochemical Oxygen Demand Analysis.
⬥ Chemical Oxygen Demand Analysis.
ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH AND SAFETY (EH&S)
1. Understands and is accountable for responsibilities as Laboratory Technician as described in Sections 2-2 and 3-2 of the Alberta Occupational Health & Safety Act, the Swan Hills Treatment Centre Safety manual, EH&S Management System documentation and other relevant policies.
2. Conducts a Safe Work Plan (SWP) review prior to any non-routine and critical activities. Documents and maintains a record of the meeting. Verifies that all involved in a SWP understand the risks and signs the document prior to starting the job.
3. Acts upon, in a timely manner, any unsafe conditions observed.
4. Performs work only where competence is met.
5. Reports all out of the ordinary, external communication to their Supervisor or Manager.
6. Produces legible and identifiable records and documents. Controls laboratory documents and records and prevents unauthorized copies. Consults with the responsible Manager on replacement of lost or damaged documentation.
7. Reports all incidents, non- conformances, near misses, concerns and potential legal non-compliances immediately to their Supervisor or Manager.
8. Participates in pre-approved training to advance skills and competence.
9. Understands role in an emergency.
10. Cooperates with auditors to facilitate successful audits.
11. Reviews critical procedures as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, Skills, and Talents Required:
⬥ Effective customer service attitude and commitment to providing exceptional customer service and quality results.
⬥ Effective interpersonal and conflict management skills to facilitate working effectively with wide range and number of people, including peers and manager, employees, and other departments, divisions, and management within all levels of the organization.
⬥ Effective negotiation, persuasion, and listening skills to facilitate successful resolution of employee and management concerns and requests.
⬥ Effective verbal and written communication skills to facilitate and promote open discussions and understanding.
⬥ Effective time management, decision-making, and planning and organizing skills.
⬥ Attentiveness to details and ability to manage a diverse workload within a fast-paced environment with changing multiple priorities and frequent interruptions.
⬥ Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team as well as independently with minimal supervision.
⬥ Proven organizational and creative-problem solving skills.
⬥ General laboratory safety practices and techniques (i.e.: glassware cleaning/usage, chemical usage/storage).
⬥ Good housekeeping skills.
⬥ Computer competency in MS Office applications, LIMS and Windows operating environments.
⬥ Ability to learn new analytical techniques.
⬥ Theoretical and practical understanding of analytical chemistry. Ability to apply knowledge in the use, maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical equipment.
⬥ Excellent and accurate record keeping.
⬥ Understanding of all preparatory and analytical techniques used in applicable section. ⬥ Knowledge of the QA/QC requirements for analysis/reporting of pertinent tests.
⬥ Knowledge of written procedure content and format requirements.
⬥ Ability to take instructions for the performance of non-routine analysis.
⬥ Ability to perform all analyses in accordance with pertinently applicable policies as per the Laboratory Quality Manual.
⬥ Progression may require an understanding of the plant operating approval as it pertains to laboratory and chemical processing operations, and fluency in process limitations and disposal limits of the landfills and deep disposal well.
⬥ Ability to maintain confidentiality to comply with all regulatory requirements and Company Privacy and Confidentiality policies and procedures
⬥ Ability to complete all conditions of employment including criminal record check, negative alcohol and drug test, pre-employment medical, and background check.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATION/LICENSES/TRAINING:
Special Training/Certificates Required:
⬥ In-house training on the quality systems, quality regulations, and safe work practices (including WHMIS, First Aid, fire extinguisher use, PPE, WHMIS, and Safety Awareness).
⬥ In-house training on Corporate policies.
⬥ Respectful Workplace Training.
Further laboratory training courses are occasionally available to aid in developing technical instrumentation depth of knowledge.
During progression other courses may be required, such as work permitting, transportation of dangerous goods, supervisory skill development, ISO 17025 Foundation Training Course and ISO 17025 Internal Auditor Course.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
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$50k-66k (estimate)
05/31/2024
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