Lab Assistant 1yr Contract

Responsible for maintaining a constant inventory of clean laboratory glassware and a clean washing area. Responsible and accountable for executing the laboratory waste disposal program. Responsible and accountable for compliance with all aspects of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, as well as Apotex’s Health and Safety policies, Safe Work Procedures (SWPs) and Safety Charter.

• Identifies and addresses all potential Health and Safety hazards in a timely manner. Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Performs automatic and manual cleaning of laboratory glassware according to approved procedure.
• Monitors and maintains adequate supply of lab consumable items in stock rooms at all times.
• Maintains a constant inventory of basic lab and cleaning supplies and glassware for general lab use.
• Performs clerical support and other related duties as required.
• Performs cleaning of dissolution baths as assigned. Assist with maintenance of dissolution apparatus by topping up water level .
• Responsible for collecting laboratory waste, including liquid waste, lab pack waste, syringes and vial waste, and disposing waste according to established protocol. Repetitive lifting of up to 50 lbs is involved.
• Performs LIMS entries for laboratory chemicals including preparation of labels and disposal of empty bottles.
• Maintains an orderly work area, including cleaning of sinks and countertops throughout the laboratory on a regular basis.
• Maintenance of gas cylinders for Laboratory, changing empty cylinders in a timely manner.
• Works in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes.
• Demonstrates Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values: Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion.
• Ensures personal adherence with all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program, Global Quality policies and procedures, Safety, Health and Environment policies, and HR policies.
• Prepares Electronic Waste Disposal reports in QMS-Trackwise.
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

Education

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in Written and Verbal English communication.
• Knowledge of Excel, Word, other Microsoft office programs, and laboratory software packages would be an asset.

Experience

• Experience in a Lab environment would be an asset.