Sample Preparation Technician 3

Certified Group is committed to partnering with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise – So The World Can Trust In What It Consumes™. Our network of 30+ North American and European laboratories serves the food & beverage, dietary supplements, cosmetics, OTC, tobacco/nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries.

Our Brands

Certified Group is comprised of a set of specialized brands that collectively deliver laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services across highly regulated industries:

• Certified Laboratories – Provides comprehensive analytical and microbiological testing, primarily supporting food, beverage, cosmetics, OTC, and dietary supplement industries.
• Food Safety Net Services (FSNS) – A leading network of ISO-accredited laboratories across North America, focused on food safety testing, operational support, and technical services for the food industry.
• Labstat – A global leader in contract research and testing for nicotine, tobacco, cannabis, hemp, and next-generation products, with deep expertise in analytical chemistry and toxicology.
• EAS Consulting Group – A regulatory consulting firm offering expert guidance, training, and auditing support across FDA, USDA, and other regulated sectors, powered by a large network of independent advisors.
• FSNS Certification & Audit – Provides accredited third-party auditing and certification services, including food safety, animal welfare, and GMP programs.

The Sample Preparation Technician is responsible for the timely execution of preparing samples to be used for the Cannabis testing and analytical process. This includes setting up, calibrating, and verifying machinery; as well as, grinding, weighing, extracting, transferring, diluting, breaking down (digesting) and loading samples on the instruments used in their analysis.

• Transferring samples to flasks (ie/ removal of sample from cartridges, spiking of samples, transferring to flasks,)
• End of shift clean-up, glassware cleaning
• Preparation of solutions, glassware etc
• Preparation of flasks (ie/ appropriate rinses, and labeling)
• Transferring samples from flasks to autosampler vials (decant or filter)
• Shaking of samples on lateral or wrist-action shaker (where applicable)
• Labeling of vials
• Loading samples on instruments (where applicable)
• Daily Safety Inspections and Stretching
• General maintenance and upkeep
• Sonicate, evaporate, centrifuge sample according with the test method
• Verification of lab equipment as required (e.g. Pipettors, Dispensers and Syringes)
• The employee shall implement the Laboratory Quality Policy and perform their duties in accordance to existing project specific requirements, current Test Methods, study plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Compliance to Health & Safety policies and procedures and wear required Personal Protective equipment at all times
• Other duties as assigned

• Completion of a 2 year Chemistry related diploma/Certificate program required
• Completion of a 4 year Bachelors Diploma/Degree in a Chemistry related program preferred
• 2 years or more experience in a lab environment gained through the completion of a 2 year or 4 year chemistry related program
• 1 to 2 years professional experience in a lab or analytical testing environment is an asset
• Or as determined by Human Resources and Department Director/Manager

• Work performed in laboratory and production settings
• May involve exposure to chemicals, fumes, and occasional high temperatures or pressure systems
• Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

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