Lab Assistant - J423

Total Swine Genetics, a well-established company located near Tillsonburg, Ontario, is looking for a Lab Assistant to join their team.  The Lab Assistant is part of a team that reports to the Lab Supervisor and is responsible to adhere to strict standards for product processing.  Shifts start between 5:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m., and an average work day is 8-10 hours.  The part-time lab assistant will work 18-24 hours a week, 2-3 days a week.  Shifts may be longer than a standard eight hours.

There are 3 primary objectives for the lab:

• Ensure excellence in quality of product
• Ensure complete accuracy of records
• Produce the correct quantities of a product as required

Responsibilities:

• Prepare the lab for production
• Communicate with barn and shipping staff, in a fast-paced environment
• Operate lab equipment and following correct procedures, policies and health and safety regulations
• Conduct laboratory tests, analyze results and document findings accurately
• Document activities, results, and report to management
• Work at a pace that is compatible with the team
• Clean the lab post-production

Requirements, Skills and Education:

• Great attitude, & willingness to learn
• Possess in-depth knowledge of basic laboratory techniques and equipment
• Critical thinker with strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must have grade 10 math skills
• Some post-secondary education is preferred
• Our facilities are in the country; therefore, a valid G license and a reliable mode of transportation is required or other reliable transportation