Maxxam Anaytics Environmental Lab., -
Various Positions
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POSITION
:
Manager - Organics
DEPARTMENT
:
Environmental Operations
TYPE
:
Full-time
LOCATION
:
Edmonton
JOB REF. No.
:
MGROr-9619
POSTED DATE
:
3/12/2008
QUALIFICATIONS
(Minimum Requirements)
·BSc
or technical diploma in Chemistry or equivalent.
·6-8
years of experience in Organics of which four years are at a
leadership level.
·
Excellent current knowledge of lab technology and software
programs. Strong knowledge of Gas Chromatography
analysis.
·
Excellent understanding of the quality requirements of CAEAL
certification.
·
Solid communication and organizational skills.
·
Strong problem solving, critical thinking and coaching
skills
·
Commitment to the production of high quality, defensible
data that meets our deadlines.
DESCRIPTION
Develops 1 to 3 year plans,
which deal with capital expenditures, allocation of human
resources, etc.
Provides leadership and
direction to own staff in addition to providing general
leadership to whole department
Acts as primary communicator
for new initiatives that affect department
Provides delineation of
duties within own area
Ensures coordinated approach
to problem solving
Ensures that the development
of people e.g. coaching, mentoring occurs within
department
Approves budgetary
expenditures within managerial limit
Builds additional business
to increase growth in the company
Drafts budget, both
operational & capital
Application Instructions: Please quote job #MGROR-9619 in
your subject line. Send resumes by email to:
hralberta@maxxamanalytics.com or by fax to: 780-466-3332
POSITION
:
Supervisor- Inorganics
DEPARTMENT
:
Water Lab or Metals
TYPE
:
Full-time
LOCATION
:
Edmonton
JOB REF. No.
:
Supervisor-9619
POSTED DATE
:
3/12/2008
DESCRIPTION
·
Co-ordinates requests or recommends resource planning e.g.
need for additional staff or equipment
·Handles
performance and attendance management issues (with input
from Sr. Analysts)
·Develops
production efficiencies
·Elevates
significant & complex resource issues to the Inorganic
Manager
·Lead and
develop staff. This includes responsibility for recruitment
of new employees, setting objectives, evaluating performance
& expectations, coaching and mentoring, working jointly with
employees in the development of their career path, ensuring
that adequate training is provided.
·Develop
and maintain a positive work environment for employees.
·Provide
technical assistance to staff.
·Provide
solutions (technical, human) that will make the lab more
effective, productive and competitive.
·Input
into the development of strategic plans with the objective
of preparing the lab for continued growth
·Act as a
positive change agent in supporting Maxxam’s new initiatives
(operational and cultural)
·Provide a
safe environment for staff and customers. Ensure that
required training is available and certificates up to date.
·Create
ways to optimize human and equipment resources.
·Develop
and nurture strong communication channels with other
supervisors/managers within Maxxam.
·Ensure
adherence to Maxxam’s policies, ISO certification and
Partners in Safety membership.
QUALIFICATIONS [Minimum Requirements]:
·
BSc or technical diploma in Chemistry or equivalent.
·
3 years of experience in an inorganic laboratory
environment. Hands on experience with relevant laboratory
instrumentation preferred.
·
2 years of experience at a senior level.
·
Excellent current knowledge of inorganic analysis, primarily
using Standard Methods & EPA testing methods.
·
Excellent understanding of the quality requirements of ISO
certification.
·
Skills: problem solving, coaching, open communication,
organization,
·
Commitment to the production of high quality, defensible
data that meets our customers’ deadlines.
Please quote job # Supervisor-9619 in the subject line of
your email. Send resumes by email to:
hralberta@maxxamanalytics.com or by fax to: 780-466-3332
POSITION
:
Scientific Specialist –
Organic/Inorganic
DEPARTMENT
:
Environmental Inorganic/Organic
TYPE
:
Full-time
LOCATION
:
Edmonton
JOB REF. No.
:
SCIS-9619
POSTED DATE
:
3/12/2008
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Maxxam
Analytics Inc. is the largest privately owned analytical
laboratory network in Canada and one of the largest in North
America. With over 30 years experience and service, we
provide quality analytical testing services to government
and major companies in the environmental, food, oil & gas,
health, forensics and genetic industries throughout North
America.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
·
Manage projects of significant scope & provide technical
expertise and training
·Evaluate
current processes and suggest new processes & procedures
·Maintain
instrumentation in optimized and calibrated condition
·Maintain
a safe and positive work environment
·
Troubleshoot complex instrumental and analytical problems
·Ensure
the production of high quality defensible data safely and on
time
·Be
familiar with and adhere to all QC procedures
·
Ensures that all Standard Operating Procedures are followed
·
Maintain performance charts as per the QA/QC manual
requirements, monitors for failure to meet tolerances and
institutes remedial action immediately
QUALIFICATIONS [Minimum Requirements]:
·Degree in
chemistry or Technical Diploma or equivalent
·4-6 years
experience in environmental chemistry
·Inorganic:
previous IC, PC Titrate, Konelab, Technicon, ICP, CVAA or
ICP/MS experience preferred
·Organic:
GC/MS, GC-FID, Headspace and Purge and Trap experience
preferred.
·Computer
literate, fully familiar with Microsoft Excel
·Must be
flexible in working hours (weekends during peak periods)
·Good
written and verbal communication skills,
Comfortable training others
POSITION
:
Senior Analyst
DEPARTMENT
:
Inorganic/Organic
TYPE
:
Full-time
LOCATION
:
Edmonton
JOB REF. No.
:
SRA-9619
POSTED DATE
:
3/12/2008
DESCRIPTION
·
Coordinate all activities required to the timely production
of high quality data for assigned parameters
·Review
data results before reporting to ensure quality requirements
are met.
·Resolves
and or assists co-workers to resolve technical/analytical
problems as required.
·Evaluates
data based on history, experience, and specifications.
·Write and
or critically review SOP’s in area of primary responsibility
·Exercises
judgment to meet design and deliverables.
·Acts as a
technical resource to junior personnel.
·Validate
new methods or changes to new methods per QA requirements
·Have
leadership responsibilities within a smaller team.
·Is
production minded and ensures that high quality data in
produced in a timely fashion and that daily deadlines are
met.
QUALIFICATIONS
·
BSc or technical diploma in Chemistry or equivalent.
·
Minimum 2 years of experience in inorganic/organic
chemistry.
·
Inorganics:
Technical knowledge of automated and non-automated
analytical methods, including IC, ICP and Technicon Auto
Analysers, Konelab an asset.
·
Organics:
Technical knowledge of GC-FID, GC-MS, Headspace and Purge
and Trap Autosamplers an asset.
·
Solid knowledge of Standard Methods, EPA and other relevant
reference methods.
·
Supervisory, coaching and teambuilding experience a definite
asset
·
Excellent understanding of the quality requirements of ISO
certification particularly ISO 17025
·
Highly developed problem solving skills, critical thinking,
open communication, organization
·
Commitment to the production of high quality, defensible
data that meets our customers’ deadlines.
Please quote job number SRA-9619 in the subject line of your
email or fax.
POSITION
:
Analyst I/II
DEPARTMENT
:
Environmental Organics/Inorganics
TYPE
:
Full-time
LOCATION
:
Edmonton
JOB REF. No.
:
AI/AII-9619
POSTED DATE
:
3/12/2008
Description:
·
Prepare and/or analyze samples for analysis of organic or
inorganic parameters by strictly following SOP protocols
·
Solid knowledge and strict adherence to all Quality
Assurance and safety procedures.
·
Work jointly with management in development of own career
path.
Ideal candidate will have:
Technology diploma in a science or equivalent is preferred
Minimum of 1 year lab experience required for Analyst II
position
Working knowledge of basic lab equipment including
trouble-shooting
A positive can-do attitude and proven ability to take
initiative
Solid problem solving skills, open communication,
analytical mindset, attention to detail
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Note: Occasional overtime/weekend work may be required
POSITION
:
Sr Analyst
DEPARTMENT
:
Ambient Air
TYPE
:
Full-time
LOCATION
:
Calgary
JOB REF. No.
:
SRAN0308
POSTED DATE
:
3/11/2008
PURPOSE
Are you looking for an
exciting opportunity working in the environmental industry?
Maxxam Analytics is looking for a Senior Analyst to work in
Ambient Air.
Maxxam Analytics offers a
competitive compensation package in addition to an excellent
benefits package.
DESCRIPTION
·Uses
professional concepts and internal policies / procedures to
solve a wide range of difficult problems in imaginative and
practical ways
·Resolves
problems of diverse scope
·Evaluates
data based on history, experience and specifications
·Has
ownership of a specific area / technology
·Exercises
judgement to meet design and deliverables
·Acts as
technical resource to junior personnel
·Receives
instructions only on new assignments
·Has some
leadership responsibilities within a smaller team
·Is
production-minded and ensures that high quality data is
produced and that daily deadlines are met
QUALIFICATIONS
[Minimum Requirements]:
·2 Year
Environmental or Chemical Technology Diploma or equivalent
·3 to 5
years of relevant experience
·Current
knowledge of ambient air testing
·Strong
computer skills
·Must have
instrumentation and data acquisition experience
·Possess a
valid class 5 drivers license with no more than 3 demerits
·WHMIS, TDG,
H2S Alive, CSTS, training will be provided
Maxxam Analytics Inc. is the
largest privately owned analytical laboratory network in
Canada and one of the largest in North America. With over
30 years experience and service, we provide quality
analytical testing services to government and major
companies in the air, environmental, food, oil & gas,
health, forensics and genetic industries throughout North
America.
DESCRIPTION
·Manage
client calls and trouble shoot issues & concerns
·Ensure
specific customer requirements are met
·Manage
assigned client accounts
·Confer
with analysts regarding adjustments in work schedules and
lab capacity
·Customer
contact for pricing, TAT and report delivery
·Prepare
quotations using established practices and invoicing for
routine analyses and services
QUALIFICATIONS
[Minimum Requirements]:
·Minimum 2
to 4 yrs related experience
·
Certificate, diploma preferred in required field
·Strong
problem solving, communication and organizational skills
·Knowledge
of Provincial Environmental legislation
SKILLS
·Competent
computer skills
·Ability to
work independently and as part of a team
·Dynamic,
energetic, motivated, positive outlook with a “Can Do”
attitude to be able to work in a fast paced environment
·Strong
sense of urgency and the ability to adapt to a changing
environment
·Strong
attention to detail and record keeping skills
·Ability to
moderately motivate and train more junior PM’s
Closing Date: March 20, 2008
Receiving
and Shipment of client samples to prospective labs,
communicating any and all relavent information to
receiving lab, while adhering to Maxxam shipping protocol.
Provides
clients with accurate, consistent and timely information,
consulting with appropriate resources when required.
Proactively ensure overall satisfaction of client base
including communication to management team as appropriate.
Research
all client inquiries to complete resolution.
Provide
clear, concise and accurate information to operations as
it pertains to client projects (including, but not limited
to rush and ongoing projects).
Work
closely with outside sales staff to grow Maxxam’s market
share with existing and new clients.
Use
innovative and proactive methods to ensure core
performance standards and business goals as measured by
scorecards, coaching sessions and key performance
indicators are achieved.
Adhere to
Maxxam’s quality systems QA/QC, SOP's and external
accreditation requirements.
Adhere to
Maxxam's safety policy.
Committed
to working in a team environment demonstrating a positive
approach.
Demonstrates refined problem solving, decision making and
conflict resolution skills
Ensure
"Good Housekeeping" standards are met or exceeded.
Maintain
training records.
Opening / Closing of Centre at times.
Maintain
inventory of supplies (including sampling bottles).
Verifying
vendor invoices received and process accordingly.
Provide
support to sample entry team.
Ideal
candidate will have:
Excellent
communication skills (both written and verbal).
Energetic
personality that can work independently in a multi tasking
fast paced environment.
Ability
to work independently as well as engage others when
required in escalation of concerns to meet the client
needs or to best manage client disappointments.
Good
knowledge of computers (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).
Application
Instructions:
Please send
resume by email to: hralberta@maxxamanalytics.com or by fax
to: 780-466-3332 quoting job number CSR-GP in your subject
line.
Note:
This is a maternity leave coverage position (1 year 5 month
coverage) with the possibility of extension.