Lab Bench Operator

Lab Bench Operator

PVC Plant

Education

• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in Chemistry (or related Chemical Technology Program) with relevant experience preferred OR completion of a High Scholl diploma coupled with a minimum of 5 years of related laboratory experience in a PVC plant environment.
• Knowledge of lab processes, procedures, and related systems in Lab environment
• Sound knowledge of the Occupational health and Safety Act regulations.
• Knowledge of computer software applications, instrumentation, and ability to operate computer systems and software applications including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and to conduct research using the internet.
• SAP knowledge/experience would be an asset
• High level of problem solving/analytical Skill
• Strong organizational and coordination skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team is required

Experience

• Related lab testing experience an asset
• Familiar with plant operations, computerized systems, processes, and procedures
• Related experience in preparing reports and maintaining records
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to deal with tact, diplomacy and courtesy
• Must have previous experience with Health & Safety practices and procedures in a manufacturing environment, ideally a chemical processing facility

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs testing as required and per product testing frequency using defined test procedures
• Enters all test data
• Maintain record systems to track product quality data
• Reports any out of control and out of specification results to the shift Foreman
• Troubleshoots equipment of testing issues
• Check and prepare equipment daily
• Ensure equipment meets quality control testing requirements
• Clean equipment as required
• Performs lab housekeeping
• Participates in team meetings