Laboratory Technician
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What you'll do
- Perform tests in the Laboratory on key parameters associated with the quality assurance of finished products
- Monitors the quality of finished products in Real time, resolves with production team and escalates quality issues on a timely basis
- Monitors quality impact of new production processes, methods, or equipment
- Implements ongoing quality improvement processes and procedures working with interdepartmental teams and with the involvement of the production employees
- Support the development and implementation of a quality plan to drive continuous improvement in plant performance
- Measures quality assurance metrics to opportunities for improvement, progress on goals and accountability for performance
- Identifies, troubleshoots and drives resolution of production quality deficiencies and problems
- Escalate quality assurance issues to the Quality team and Plant management on a timely basis
- Ensures that the Lab equipment is calibrated and in good condition and communicates material and spare requirements in advance
- Collates and analyses performance data and charts against defined parameters
- Works with shipping to ensure that outgoing products are sorted segregated, isolated and downgraded as per disposition from the quality team
What they're looking for
- Diploma or Degree in a Science related field
- 1-3 years of experience in an industrial process manufacturing environment in a quality assurance role with hands-on experience with quality management systems preferred
- Proficient with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Ability to lift 25lbs - Lifting bundles of shingles
Nice to have
- Experience working in a Laboratory environment and calibrating troubleshooting instruments will be an asset
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Full description from employer
IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
Job Description
We are currently seeking a Laboratory Technician in a permanent full-time position to join our team of skilled professionals based at our Calgary Plant. This state-of-the-art manufacturing plant produces premium roofing shingles in a high speed, continuous, asphalt shingle manufacturing process environment.
Reporting to the Quality Control Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of a quality plan to drive continuous improvement in plant performance, and assuring that finished product complies with company, industry and government standards.
Benefits
Health Insurance (includes Virtual Health, and HCSA), Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
Life Insurance, Long-term Disability, Short-term Disability
RRSP Match
Paid Vacation
Floating Days
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Engagement Events
Awards and Recognition
Tuition reimbursement
Service Awards
Employee Perks & Discounts
Job Responsibilities
Perform tests in the Laboratory on key parameters associated with the quality assurance of finished products
Monitors the quality of finished products in Real time, resolves with production team and escalates quality issues on a timely basis
Monitors quality impact of new production processes, methods, or equipment
Implements ongoing quality improvement processes and procedures working with interdepartmental teams and with the involvement of the production employees
Support the development and implementation of a quality plan to drive continuous improvement in plant performance
Measures quality assurance metrics to opportunities for improvement, progress on goals and accountability for performance
Identifies, troubleshoots and drives resolution of production quality deficiencies and problems
Escalate quality assurance issues to the Quality team and Plant management on a timely basis
Ensures that the Lab equipment is calibrated and in good condition and communicates material and spare requirements in advance
Collates and analyses performance data and charts against defined parameters
Works with shipping to ensure that outgoing products are sorted segregated, isolated and downgraded as per disposition from the quality team
Qualifications
Diploma or Degree in a Science related field
1-3 years of experience in an industrial process manufacturing environment in a quality assurance role with hands-on experience with quality management systems preferred
Proficient with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Ability to lift 25lbs - Lifting bundles of shingles
Experience working in a Laboratory environment and calibrating troubleshooting instruments will be an asset
Ability to prioritize tasks a fast-paced environment where tests results may be required quickly
Communication: Ability to interact with Frontline teams
Self-initiative: Ability to work diligently without supervision
Team player: Able to help QA/QC supervisor with tasks assigned
Note: This is a Safety Sensitive position
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Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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