IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and
building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with
production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in
the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the
values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring
people who hold these values. People like you! Job Description We are currently
seeking a Laboratory Technician in a permanent full-time position to join our
team of skilled professionals based at our Calgary Plant. This state-of-the-art
manufacturing plant produces premium roofing shingles in a high speed,
continuous, asphalt shingle manufacturing process environment. Reporting to the
Quality Control Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for
supporting the development and implementation of a quality plan to drive
continuous improvement in plant performance, and assuring that finished product
complies with company, industry and government standards. Benefits Health
Insurance (includes Virtual Health, and HCSA), Dental Insurance, Vision
Insurance Life Insurance, Long-term Disability, Short-term Disability RRSP Match
Paid Vacation Floating Days Employee Assistance Program Employee Engagement
Events Awards and Recognition Tuition reimbursement Service Awards Employee
Perks & Discounts Job Responsibilities Perform tests in the Laboratory on key
parameters associated with the quality assurance of finished products Monitors
the quality of finished products in Real time, resolves with production team and
escalates quality issues on a timely basis Monitors quality impact of new
production processes, methods, or equipment Implements ongoing quality
improvement processes and procedures working with interdepartmental teams and
with the involvement of the production employees Support the development and
implementation of a quality plan to drive continuous improvement in plant
performance Measures quality assurance metrics to opportunities for improvement,
progress on goals and accountability for performance Identifies, troubleshoots
and drives resolution of production quality deficiencies and problems Escalate
quality assurance issues to the Quality team and Plant management on a timely
basis Ensures that the Lab equipment is calibrated and in good condition and
communicates material and spare requirements in advance Collates and analyses
performance data and charts against defined parameters Works with shipping to
ensure that outgoing products are sorted segregated, isolated and downgraded as
per disposition from the quality team Be able to lift 25lbs. The person may be
required to move a bundle of shingles with 60lbs on a trolley, this task is
usually done with assistance Qualifications Diploma or Degree in a Science
related field 1-3 years of experience in an industrial process manufacturing
environment in a quality assurance role with hands-on experience with quality
management systems preferred Proficient with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Excellent communication (written, verbal, and presentation) and interpersonal
skills Experience working in a Laboratory environment and calibrating
troubleshooting instruments will be an asset Ability to prioritize tasks a
fast-paced environment where tests results may be required quickly
Communication: Ability to interact with Frontline teams Self-initiative: Ability
to work diligently without supervision Team player: Able to help QA/QC
supervisor with tasks assigned #LI-DI1 Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes
that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO
is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so
that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its
employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and
undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are
pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and
challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity. Diversity and
Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity
employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to
consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race,
religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation,
marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and
welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are
available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection
process. IKO is a leading manufacturer of residential and commercial roofing
systems operating in Canada, the United States and multiple global markets. Our
70+ years of success has been enabled by the dedication of our employees. We
would welcome the opportunity to consider you for one of our great
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