Laboratory Technician
Parksville - Canada
Job Summary
Note: This is a 12 month Contract role.
At Syngenta we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support this challenge we are currently seeing a Laboratory Technician in Plattsville Ontario. The Laboratory Technician is responsible for advancing the Formulation and Application Technology Program through sample shipping and logistics supporting Federal Research Authorization Trials for new product introductions and application testing and support as required.
- Coordinate the packing labeling and shipping of samples for field trials and research activities.
- Maintain chemical inventory and storage areas ensuring materials are safely stored labeled and organized.
- Perform laboratory testing sample handling and seed treatment experiments following established procedures.
- Support formulation and application testing to evaluate product performance and usability.
- Work with cross-functional teams to ensure samples are prepared and delivered safely accurately and on time.
Qualifications :
- Bachelors degree in Science Engineering Agriculture or a related field.
- Experience working in a laboratory research or technical environment.
- Ability to safely handle chemicals samples and laboratory equipment.
- Experience with shipping packaging or logistics is preferred; training will be provided as needed.
- Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work effectively across teams.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds work in varying environmental conditions and maintain flexibility to meet business needs.
Additional Information :
We offer a competitive basesalaryand annual incentive bonus potential combined with challenging and meaningful work learning and career development opportunities and a great team environment.
- A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion promotes personal and professional development and offers flexible work options to meet both your work and personal needs.
- Focus on Wellness and innovative programs that support overall health and wellbeing such as annual Lifestyle Account and free Headspace App.
- Progressive Employee Policies and Programs including a Flexible Work Location approach and a vacation policy that provides up to 30 days vacation for all employees.
The annual basesalaryfor this position is CAD $67000- $73000. Thisrangereflects market rates and is ultimately determined by several factors including the candidates skill experience and relevant education.
At Syngenta Canada we put people first. Our culture is built on flexibility trust and wellbeing so you can do your best work and feel supported along the way. We offer flexible work options summer hours 6 weeks of vacation and wellness tools designed to support you and your family. Were committed to ED&I and creating a workplace where everyone feels respected included and able to thrive. Were also proud of our representation in Canada with a 50/50 male/female employee split 47% female people leaders and 50% female representation on our Executive Leadership Team. Syngenta Canada is recognized as a 2026 Albertas Top Employer a 2026 Excellence Awardee for Diversity & Inclusion and Canadian HR Team of the Year.
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About Company
To help feed 10 billion people while reducing emissions and improve biodiversity. This is our mission as the global agriculture technology leader. With 59,000 employees in more than 100 countries and hundreds of thousands of agricultural partners worldwide, we are committed to transfo ... View more