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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Science
    Engineering

AI generated summary

  • You must be a member of the Quebec order of chemists, have at least 5 years of laboratory experience, and possess initiative and analytical skills.
  • You will maintain lab equipment, conduct calibrations, manage inventory, communicate with suppliers, update documentation, support troubleshooting, qualify raw materials, and design analytical methods.

Requirements

  • Membre de l’ordre des chimistes du Québec
  • Minimum 5 ans d’expérience en laboratoire
  • Initiative et esprit d’analyse

Responsibilities

  • Assure le bon fonctionnement et l’entretien préventif des équipements de laboratoire, réalise les calibrations et les réparations nécessaire (GC, HPLC, UPLC, KF, FT-IR, AAS et les titrateurs)
  • Maintenir l’inventaire des pièces de rechange
  • Communiquer avec les fournisseurs des appareils
  • Mise à jour et rédaction de la documentation reliée aux processus des laboratoires (méthodes d'analyses, SOP, formulaires) et les protocoles d'analyse
  • Supporte le dépannage et le maintien des différents équipements analytiques
  • Participe au processus de qualification technique de nouvelles matières premières et définit les stratégies d'évaluation selon la criticité des produits et documente tout le processus
  • Conçoit et valide les méthodes d’analyse en laboratoire

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the chimiste position?

The main responsibility of the chimiste is to apply chemical principles to solve problems, ensure product quality, and review procedures while adhering to regulations and standards.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

A minimum of 5 years of experience in a laboratory setting is required for this position.

Is membership in a professional organization required?

Yes, the candidate must be a member of l’ordre des chimistes du Québec.

What types of laboratory equipment will I be working with?

You will be working with equipment such as GC, HPLC, UPLC, KF, FT-IR, AAS, and titrators.

What benefits are offered to employees?

Employees enjoy various benefits, including full insurance coverage paid by the employer, a minimum of 3 weeks of vacation, 14 holidays per year, an annual bonus program, and a REER with employer matching.

Does the company provide opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the company encourages employee skills and involvement, providing a stimulating work environment that promotes continuous evolution and professional growth.

Are there any specific documentation tasks associated with the role?

Yes, the role involves updating and drafting documentation related to laboratory processes, including analysis methods, SOPs, and analytical protocols.

Is this position located in Valleyfield?

Yes, this position is located at our facility in Valleyfield, where we have approximately 500 employees.

What type of work culture can employees expect?

Employees can expect a stimulating work environment that evolves continuously, grounded in well-established values and a commitment to quality and innovation.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems provides the U.S. military and its allies around the world, an extensive range of weapons systems needed at all levels of strategic and tactical operations. For ground forces, we manufacture heavy machine guns, grenade launchers, crew-served weapons and munitions of all calibers. As well as family of lightweight vehicles for expeditionary and special forces. We produce weapons systems and ammunition for U.S. Navy shipboard applications. For airborne platforms, we produce weapons for fighter aircraft, including high-speed Gatling guns for all U.S. fixed-wing and rotary military aircraft. Our munitions portfolio covers the full breadth of naval, air and ground forces applications across all calibers and weapons platforms. We have 6,000 employees and 26 facilities spread across the United States and Canada.