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SalaryJob Category: Chemistry/Lab
Location: Key Lake
Work Contract: Reg Full-Time (K1)
At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.
About Us
Key Lake, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s largest high-grade uranium mill. The uranium milled at Key Lake is used for nuclear fuel products, which utilities around the world rely on to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to energize a clean-air world.
The Role
Reporting to the Chief Chemist, the Supervisor plans, organizes, supervises, and controls activities related to his/her assignments. You will be responsible for managing all laboratory equipment's and employees in the lab. Duties are, but not limited to creating schedules for work rotation and ordering parts and consumables in the lab. You will also assist the Chief Chemist in managing and maintaining service contracts, plan and organize transport for service technicians/engineers. The Supervisor is responsible for producing quality analyses, strongly follow the QA/QC program, maintain excellent work environment in his/her group to meet employee satisfaction in terms of safety, training, recognition, and empowerment, and for continuously improving productivity. Lastly, in this leadership role you will establish a culture of operational excellence and uphold Cameco's values.
In this role, you will:
- Supervises all day-to-day Laboratory activities, lead and oversees a team of Lab Technicians, Technologists and Projects.
- Ensures all Laboratory Policies, Quality Control Policies, Standard Operating Procedures, and Work instructions are accurate, up-to-date, and adhered to.
- Provides leadership handling process deviations and data/result nonconformities.
- Manages the calibration schedules for all Laboratory and Quality Control equipment, including coordinating services with external providers.
- Maintains the laboratory inventory and orders supplies as required.
- Ensures all Quality records and documentation are accurately completed and stored.
- Ensures all employees are following prescribed PPE safety requirements for their assigned work area and consistently promotes a safe working environment.
- Hold regular meetings with members of his/her group to promote cooperation and team effort.
- Follow duties as assigned.
Required:
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or Chemical Technology Diploma/Certificate.
- 8+ years’ experience as a laboratory supervisor or senior laboratory role.
- Equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered. Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.
Recommended:
- Excellent verbal and communication skills with the ability to speak and present to key decision-makers, both internally and externally, as required.
- Strong knowledge of laboratory methodologies and interpretation of data and results.
- Competence in calibration, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Sound knowledge of Quality Management System (QMS) and Quality Control practices.
- Advanced experience in the use of Microsoft Excel and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Power Point, and TEAMS.
- Experienced with LIMS and SAP are an asset.
- Ability to prioritize and balance required tasks with sensitivity to time, resources, and budget.
- Ability to work efficiently in a team environment, as well as under minimal supervision.
- Leadership courses are an asset.
Conditions of Employment:
- Substance Test
Cameco is proud to offer a competitive total reward package which includes:
- Competitive compensation program with base and variable pay
- Flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan with a health spending and personal spending account
- Fixed benefits including employee and dependant life, AD&D, disability benefits and paid vacation leave.
- Employee & Family Assistance Programs
- RRSP and RPP matching program
- Career development opportunities Relocation costs
Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.
Req ID #: 39535
Posted: February 6, 2024
Posting end date: February 27, 2024
Salary Range: $103,280 - $129,100
Safety Sensitive Site
Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN).
The physical and psychological safety of our employee’s is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.
