Chemical Technologist – #4360 – T
Job Developer:
Kristen Butryn
Advonex International
Advonex International Corporation is currently looking for a Chemical Technologist to join its vibrant team. This position provides an excellent opportunity to acquire industrial experience in a growing chemical company.
Note to applicant: As this potential candidate will spend 90% of their time in the lab/piloting facility, the successful candidate must be looking to get their “hands dirty” in this very “hands-on” position.
Duties:
- Support engineers and scientists in production by operating, monitoring and analyzing a range of processes including: chemical reactions, distillation, isomerization etc.
- Support engineers and scientists in product analysis, sample preparation and material development
- Responsible for collecting, preparing and testing retained samples from production to ensure the finished products comply with product specifications and quality standards
- Assist in troubleshooting of various parts and devices including: pumps, heat exchangers, chemical reactors etc
- Source and track materials and supplies for production
- Establish a safe working place by overseeing safe operating procedures
- Perform general laboratory and facility housekeeping duties
- Help the production team in waste management
- Other duties are assigned
Requirements:
- Diploma in chemical technology, chemistry, chemical/mechanical technician or technologist or a related area
- Previous wet chemistry industrial experience is preferred
- Knowledge of chemical processes and unit operations
- Knowledge of chemistry including volumetric and gravimetric calculations, wet chemistry and analytical methods (titration, GC-FID)
- Ability to follow procedures and work with minimum supervision
- Ability to multi-task, respond in a timely manner and work effectively in a team environment
- Must be safety conscious and detail oriented
- Good computer skills (Excel and Word)
- Good verbal and written communication skills
Primarily in laboratory area (10% office work may be expected as well). Periodic weekend or evening work is expected.
Send resume and salary expectations to michelle@eecentre.com with “Chemical Technologist” in the subject line.
