Laboratory Technician

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At Imperial, we work every day to responsibly develop Canada’s energy resources – applying technology and innovation to supply affordable, accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions. Imperial recognizes the important role we can play by advancing climate solutions within our operations and by providing lower life-cycle emission products to our customers. This effort is powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by a pride in what we do and what we stand for.

The success of our upstream, downstream and chemical, and corporate divisions is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.

Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so we can be a place where people can bring their full selves to work, no matter their identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability.

At Imperial, we want you to come for the position and stay for the career. As an integrated company, we are uniquely positioned to offer you a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities through the course of your career with us. We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs.

Come be part of the Product Solutions Department at Imperial which has more than 140 year history in Canada. Our offices are located in Sarnia, ON.

What role you will play in our team
You will be assigned to the Sarnia Quality Assurance Laboratory. The laboratory operates 24 hours per day/ 7 days per week with rotating shifts. Depending upon the area, you may be responsible to qualify and release manufactured products, support product development through testing analysis, support the refinery operations across Canada, or provide technical guidance to the Imperial Oil marketing organizations and industrial customer base.

What you will do
Conduct laboratory testing in accordance with Imperial and Exxon Mobil quality standards
Participate in field testing and tank and vessel sampling
Manage specific areas of own work/projects
Work to complete required Laboratory progression
Provide computer analysis and interpretation of data in support of operations
Document /communicate results
Rotating shift work may be required

About you
Skills and Qualification
High School diploma or GED required
Completed a Chemical or Environmental Technologist program or Equivalent (i.e. bachelor degree in relevant science/engineering field), and/or having a diploma in a chemical/environmental field which includes a practical laboratory component.

Preferred Skills and Experience/Qualifications
Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record is required
Relevant manufacturing laboratory experience. Preference will be given to applicants with direct industry laboratory experience
Familiarity with statistical control practices
Strong commitment to safety on and off the job
Excellent interpersonal and communication with the ability to work in a team environment
Sound reasoning ability with a high level of self-initiative and a desire to learn
Knowledge and skills with computer applications (i.e. MS Office)

Work term:

24 months

Location:

Sarnia, ON

The expected annual salary range for this position is $64,480 - $72,800. Individual pay will be determined based on various factors, which may include skills, abilities, qualifications, work experience and education.

Other considerations
For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment background screening will be required
We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted
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