Biology Lab Technician

Overview

Languages
English or French
Education
~ Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
Odours
Clean
Work setting
Laboratory
Cheese makers
Responsibilities
Tasks
Set up and conduct biological tests and laboratory analyses
Assist in analysis of data and preparation of reports
Train staff in job duties, sanitation and safety procedures
Monitor quality and production levels
Inspect workplaces for safety or health hazards
Examine products for defects to ensure adherence to quality standards
Ensure that the quality of products meets established standards
Conduct training sessions
Conduct life tests (burn-ins) on components, subassemblies and assemblies
Check products for quality control
Assist in design, development and testing
Work with minimal supervision
Order picking
Service attachments and working tools
Experience and specialization
Area of work experience
Basic research
Cultures and samples preparation
Data analysis and interpretation
Laboratory testing and analysis
Quality control and assurance
Process troubleshooting
Product inspection experience
~ Dairy products

Type of industry experience
~ Food

Area of specialization
~ Biology

Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Hand-eye co-ordination
Personal suitability
Accurate
Flexibility
Judgement
Team player
Dependability
Organized
Collaborative
Benefits
Health benefits
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
~ Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits
~ Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)