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The Laboratory Technician role is part of the Brampton’s Quality department. The successful candidate will perform the various tasks required to ensure that products manufactured at the Brampton Packaging Facility are monitored regularly and manufactured according to specifications.
Job Responsibility:
Sets up, adjusts, operates and maintains laboratory equipment used in quality testing and process control
Performs a wide range of lab tests to determine if products conform to applicable requirements and specifications
Records QC testing results in appropriate manner as required and signs off in appropriate sections of batch records and C of A’s, as required
Rejects incoming materials, in- process and finished goods if a nonconformity is identified
Provides QC release of products for shipment to customers if product conforms to specifications
Obtains samples of incoming raw materials for testing
Receives and inspects raw packaging materials for conformity with requirements, as well as, visually inspects finished packaged goods to verify that labels, markings, cleanliness, and condition are satisfactory
Assists in the maintenance of the calibration program for laboratory equipment
Operates package labeling software and printer and ensures accuracy in the resulting labels
Cleans and sterilizes laboratory equipment as necessary. Performs housekeeping in the lab, sample retain area, and other areas in which lab supplies and lab waste materials are stored
Adheres to and fully complies with the company’s Health and Safety, Environmental and Quality Procedures
Performs such testing as required to confirm conformity of product with pharmacopoeia compendial requirements (USP/EP/BP/JP) and shelf-life claims
Ensures that inventories of unexpired reagents, labels, customer sample kits, GC compressed gases, consumable spare parts for QC equipment etc. that are used in the QC function are maintained above critical inventory levels
Aids in packaging operations occasionally and operates process equipment in a safe and efficient manner while processing alcohols and solvents.
Requirements:
Post-secondary education in chemistry or biochemistry
Knowledge of GMP and ISO standards
3-5 years of related experience in a laboratory setting is an asset
Hands on instrumentation experience with GC, UV, FTIR is an asset
Ability to work overtime
Must be comfortable with rotating shifts
Experience in a continuous and batch process environment is an asset.
Nice to have:
3-5 years of related experience in a laboratory setting is an asset
Hands on instrumentation experience with GC, UV, FTIR is an asset
Experience in a continuous and batch process environment is an asset.
What we offer:
Formal and informal training opportunities
Comprehensive health and dental benefits
Income protection: short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, paid personal sick time
Vacation time exceeding industry standards
Company funded retirement savings program with individual contribution opportunities
Meaningful and challenging work
Curated intentional culture focused on growth and development, engagement, and communication