Product Development Collaboration - PDC - Lab Support I

at  OrganiGram Inc

Who We Are
Founded in 2013, Organigram is a leading Canadian licensed producer, focused on producing high-quality, indoor-grown cannabis for adult recreational consumers in all provinces and the Yukon. Headquartered in Toronto (Ontario), Organigram has three state-of-the-art cultivation and processing facilities in Moncton (New Brunswick), Winnipeg (Manitoba) and Lac-Supérieur (Quebec), and our adult-use products can be found in retail outlets from coast-to-coast. Organigram’s adult-use brands include Edison, SHRED, monjour, Laurentian Cannabis, Holy Mountain, Big Bag O’Buds, Tremblant Cannabis and Trailblazer.
Our mission is to delight consumers with trusted brands that deliver innovative cannabis products and experiences while promoting education and industry advocacy.
Over the past year we have seen significant growth in this emerging cannabis industry and attribute this growth to our team members. We believe our deep-rooted culture; our values and our welcoming work environment have contributed to our overall success. Our focus on innovation, responsiveness to the needs of our customers and our people–centric approach have helped us become a trusted name amongst our stakeholders - be it our customers, partners, investors, our team members, and the communities that we support.
Why work with us?
Organigram is a diverse and inclusive organization that cares about you and the community you live in. Our competitive salary and benefits, education reimbursement and flexible work environment are designed to work for you as you grow and develop in your career. We offer an annual wellness credit and unlimited vacation to support your health and wellbeing. And you can feel good knowing our Organigram Operating for Good program provides you with the opportunity to support your community through sponsored volunteer initiatives.
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking a candidate for Lab Support I role within our “Centre of Excellence” collaboration, dedicated to developing new and innovative products through extensive research and understanding of cannabis with a focus on research and development.
Reporting to the Analytical Science lead, the successful candidate will have a keen eye for details, be hardworking with strong decision-making abilities. The ideal candidate will be a resourceful and creative problem solver, will be able to work individually as well as in a team environment, has excellent organizational skills, a quick learner with an ability to consistently meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced and changing work environment.

TO QUALIFY, YOU HAVE:

• Sound knowledge of chemistry, with the main focus on analytical chemistry
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, word is considered an asset;
• Previous experience in a quality lab environment
• Impeccable attention to detail;
• Effective written and oral communication skills;
• Work independently and as a team in fast paced work environment.
  Work Model: On-site
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  Thank you for your interest in Organigram.
  Organigram is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair and equitable recruitment practices, and we invite the opportunity to discuss any accommodation needs required throughout the hiring process. Please email us at internalrecruiting@organigram.ca and include the following: Job posting title, your name and contact information and your preferred method of contact.
  While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview

• Work safely following good laboratory practices;
• Collect and log samples in real time;
• Perform sample preparation;
• Perform sample analysis;
• Process sample waste material;
• Help manage testing consumables supply inventory;
• Help operate and maintain instruments and equipment;
• Interpret and report results;
• Responsible for comprehensive record keeping;
• Assist to develop and validate methods on analytical equipment;
• Other duties as assigned.

Who you are….

• B.Sc. Chemistry or technical diploma in related field