We are presently seeking a Lab Assistant for our Mississauga facility. The chosen candidates will provide support to our client during a 4-week vacation coverage period, with potential for extension. If you possess a pharmaceutical degree and background, this opportunity is tailored for you!Additional: Please note these positions is vacation coverage for 3-4 weeks that may potentially become something longer (note this is not guaranteed) however for the right individual there is potential!Pay: $20.00 to $21.00 per hour Shift: Days 8:00am – 4:30pmStart Date: ASAPDuties:

• Weigh raw materials and API in GMP and non-GMP areas.
• Dispose of expired materials, reagents, solvents, and lab waste properly and recycle empty bottles according to health, safety, and environmental practices.
• Learn and conduct daily calibration for balances and pH meters.
• Perform laboratory cleaning and minor maintenance routinely.
• Maintain clean and organized laboratory and supply storage areas according to SOPs including but not limited to: Wash, dry, and store glassware.
• Assist Project Leaders as the customer point of contact and facilitate necessary internal actions.
• Perform instrument maintenance and troubleshooting, contact external vendors for service as required.
• Handle purchasing for the entire PDS.
• Maintain lab supplies and replenish as needed.
• Perform monthly safety checks and represent PDS in the safety committee.
• Maintain controlled samples log, dispose of control samples, and provide annual report on control samples inventory.
• Transport materials between campuses.
• Work in a lab environment, involving reaching/bending, lifting (45 to 50 lbs flexibility in hours, manual handling of heavy cases and drums, use of manual pump truck and hand truck, and potential confined space entry.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferably a college diploma in Chemistry or related field or minimum of 9-12 months of experience working in a lab.
• Above average knowledge of MS Office specifically Excel
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Excellent command of the English language both written and verbal
• Capable of adapting, respond quickly and manage change in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of PDS, SOP, GMP, Chemistry and Mathematics is mandatory.
• Ability to lift 45 to 50 lbs

Apply with your up-to-date resume for consideration!