Lab Technician

West Coast Reduction Ltd.

- Nothing Left Behind*. At West Coast Reduction, nothing is important to us. Because when there’s nothing left – that is when we’ve done our job. We collect food waste and by-products from food producers, like farms, restaurants, bakeries and even supermarkets, transforming them into ingredients used in animal feed, renewable energy and thousands of other products we use every day.

Our efforts contribute to a sustainable local food supply and help us all live in cleaner and healthier communities. Visit our Company website at  to learn more.

We are hiring a full-time Lab Technician to join our team at the Vancouver plant. The Lab Technician is responsible for accurately measuring, sampling and analysing various materials and finished products at the plant to ensure they meet customer and company specifications. The Lab Technician supports the Company’s goals of ensuring the highest quality of product for our customers and is an integral part of an efficient production process.

Wage: $33 Hourly

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

Build a stable career with a reputable, family-owned company of more than 450 employees

Continuous training and development available

Full compensation package provided to full-time employees (including extended health benefits)

Generous RRSP matching for employee contributions after 1 year

Take a look at our About Us video here:

SPECIFIC

ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Draw and analyse samples of various raw materials received into the plant to ensure they meet predetermined specifications

Draw and analyse samples of all finished products produced in the plant to ensure they meet or exceed customer specifications

Draw and analyse waste water samples to ensure they are within specified permit levels

Work with the Production department to perform non-routine testing as required

Assist in all regulatory audits and quality assurance programs

Maintain and order all necessary equipment and supplies for laboratory testing

Perform shift work based on company business needs which evolve and change in response to customer demands

Work overtime as instructed to ensure minimal downtime of facilities

Foster a positive team and company culture by ensuring treatment of others is respectful and aligned with company values

Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or Chemical Sciences Technology Diploma from a recognized post-secondary educational institution

Proficiency in English, both written and verbal, with excellent communication skills

Demonstrated familiarity with technology such as Microsoft Office Suite products and other software

Familiarity with the principles of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) an asset

Ability to read or interpret diagrams, schematic drawings and manuals to determine work procedures

Ability to frequently move, carry, lift, push and pull equipment up to 50 lbs without assistance and occasionally greater with assistance

Perform repetitive motions including bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing and reaching overhead above the shoulders daily

Adaptable to adverse conditions including confined space, heights, cold weather, odours and animal by-products

Thank you in advance for your interest in this opportunity, however, only those individuals who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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