Who We Are
Join a Global Leader with Local Impact!
Are you ready to make a difference with a leading company that has a global footprint and a strong local presence? Actlabs, a prominent Canadian privately-owned analytical laboratory services provider, has been at the forefront of the industry in Canada and around the globe for over 30 years. With operations across Canada and the globe, we bring our world-class expertise to a diverse range of industries, including mining and mineral exploration, agriculture, cannabis, environmental, occupational health, forensics, life sciences, manufacturing, and petroleum.
We are investing in the future, implementing innovative strategies to maintain our leadership and strengthen our impact across the sectors we serve. This is an exciting opportunity for dynamic individuals who want to be part of an established and rapidly growing company.
At Actlabs, we are dedicated to fostering the growth and development of our team members, both professionally and personally. If you are passionate about continuous improvement and eager to contribute to a thriving organization, we would love to have you join our team!
Education Required: Degree in Geology with experience in managing commercial mineral analysis laboratory, or Ph.D. with experience related to the mineral analysis used in the industry
Other Requirements:
- Good working knowledge of analytical technologies for inorganic elements
- Strong computer knowledge and skills, detail-orientated and motivated
- Ability to multitask and to meet deadlines
- Ability to perform under pressure to achieve turnaround requirement
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills and prioritizing skills
- Candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Ability to give suggestion and act on the next plausible step when problems arise
- Ability to work well independently and with others
- Problem solver and analytical thinker
- Resourceful and logical
- Establish effective working relationships and manage conflict constructively/positively
Responsibilities:
- Approves reports containing analytical data after review to ensure there is no missing data and appropriate quality control standards were run with samples before release to clients
- Reviews communications from clients to ensure data sent to clients matches their requests
- Discusses and responds to clients’ queries related to data in reports as necessary
- Notifies departments of problems with analytical data after review and requests re-analysis when needed
- Discusses and advises clients on analytical packages to select based on their project objectives periodically
- Compares data from re-testing after complaints to ensure consistency with information on completed complaint forms from departments
- Prepares messages for customers to be sent with revised reports following complaints
- Prepares, reviews and submits data for proficiency testing and round robin for Mineral analysis
- Advise users on trouble shooting data reporting problems in LIMS and creates reports periodically
- Any other tasks as determined by the Lab Manager/Process Owner
This position is being posted to a fill a new role.
A Workplace for All:
At Actlabs, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we strive to ensure that all voices are heard, all cultures are respected, and a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but essential to our success. We treat each other with fairness and dignity, regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is key to driving innovation and achieving excellence.
We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that applicants applying for Canadian job positions must be authorized to work in Canada.
Quality Analysis in a Timely Fashion- Innovative Technologies - Dedicated to Supporting
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00-$30.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ancaster, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you legally able to work in Canada?
- Do you have formal education or training in analytical chemistry?
- How many years of experience do you have working in the field of minerals and/or geology?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Work Location: In person
