Corporate R&d Technician - Mississauga, Canada - Woodbridge

Woodbridge

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Mississauga, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Legal Entity:
Woodbridge Foam Corporation

Requisition ID:2865**
Major Responsibilities and Activities:

Provide support for Corporate Research and Development group performing laboratory sample preparation and pouring activities
Analyze and report lab scale findings to senior technical staff
Assist in manufacturing facility scale up activities/industrialization for given projects
Performing preanalytical procedures and laboratory pours
Handling of chemicals per health and safety protocols
Sorting, allocating, and delivering specimens to workstations and loading onto laboratory instruments, as required
Operating laboratory instruments and machinery, as required
Receiving, unpacking, and sorting incoming specimens
Participating in basic quality control procedures and inventory management
Maintaining good recordkeeping practices while adhering to quality and safety programs
Maintaining accuracy and calibration of laboratory testing equipment
Performing routine inspections on laboratory equipment to determine when maintenance is required
Using relevant computer software programs to collect or input data and information

Minimum Qualifications, Formal Education, Certification or Equivalent

One to two years of related experience in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of quality requirements
Good communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills
Basic computer knowledge required
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S, and Kaizen is a plus
Basic knowledge of organic chemistry or experience working with chemicals
Advanced Diploma or Bachelor's degree in a technical area

Woodbridge is committed to fostering a diverse workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants without regard to race, colour, ancestry, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected status.

If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know, and we will do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.