Certified Group is committed to partnering with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise – So The World Can Trust In What It Consumes™. Our network of 30+ North American and European laboratories serves the food & beverage, dietary supplements, cosmetics, OTC, tobacco/nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries.
Our Brands
Certified Group is comprised of a set of specialized brands that collectively deliver laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services across highly regulated industries:
- Certified Laboratories – Provides comprehensive analytical and microbiological testing, primarily supporting food, beverage, cosmetics, OTC, and dietary supplement industries.
- Food Safety Net Services (FSNS) – A leading network of ISO-accredited laboratories across North America, focused on food safety testing, operational support, and technical services for the food industry.
- Labstat – A global leader in contract research and testing for nicotine, tobacco, cannabis, hemp, and next-generation products, with deep expertise in analytical chemistry and toxicology.
- EAS Consulting Group – A regulatory consulting firm offering expert guidance, training, and auditing support across FDA, USDA, and other regulated sectors, powered by a large network of independent advisors.
- FSNS Certification & Audit – Provides accredited third-party auditing and certification services, including food safety, animal welfare, and GMP programs.
Job Function:
The Sample Generation Technician is responsible for completing duties for Sample Generation (SG). These duties include but are not limited to, calibration and operation of the smoking machine applicable to the area assigned, familiarization with project requirements and the correct set-up for smoking according to those details, recording of project data in worksheets and submission of any Out-of-Control Data.
Some Technicians are required to complete duties of both Sample Preparation and Generation where required and trained in co-operation with their team. After smoking, the Technician is required to run QS programs and review data to identify possible errors and/or repeats, complete applicable documentation and assist Sample Preparation Technician when necessary. All Technicians are responsible for the cleanliness, organization and upkeep of the lab in order to maintain a good working environment.
A SG Technician involved in the conduct of a GLP study must be knowledgeable in those parts of the Principles of GLP which are applicable to their involvement in the study. Technicians will have access to the study plan and appropriate SOPs applicable to their involvement in the study. It is the Technician's responsibility to comply with the instructions given in these documents. Any deviation from these instructions should be documented and communicated directly to the Study Director, and/or, if appropriate, the Principal Investigator(s).
A SG Technician should exercise health precautions to minimize risk to her/himself and to ensure the integrity of the study. They should communicate to the appropriate person any relevant known health or medical condition in order that they can be excluded from operations that may affect the study. SG Technicians have the duty to follow Health and Safety responsibilities as outlined in the Safety Manual.
A SG Technician is responsible for recording raw data promptly and accurately and in compliance with the Principles of GLP, and is responsible for the quality of the data.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist with setting up and conducting standardized laboratory experiments, tests and basic analyses
- Machine setup, calibration, troubleshooting. Balance verification. Obtain cigarettes/E-Devices and Chain of Custody. Data sort, Count cigarettes according to Chain of Custody
- Generates samples following Standard Operator Procedures (SOP's) while maintaining Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and adherence to ISO 17025 guidelines
- Conducts some limited analysis of test samples including: determination of carbon monoxide levels, pH and NOx levels
- Work with and handle various chemicals (in impingers) adhering to all WHMIS and safety requirements
- Compile records using our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and Microsoft Office for analytical studies
- Maintain quality standards by adhering to our quality control program
- Cleaning and paperwork
- Daily Safety Inspections and stretches
- General maintenance and upkeep
- The employee shall implement the Laboratory Quality Policy and perform their duties in accordance to existing project specific requirements, current Test Methods, Study Plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Compliance to Health & Safety policies and procedures and wear required Personal Protective equipment at all times
- Other duties as assigned
Education/Experience
- Science related program and/or completed training on industrial machines from previous employment, preferred
- Mechanical aptitude demonstrated by previous work experience (preference 1-2 years)
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