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Lab Operations SpecialistApex Systems is a large staffing and consulting firm and we are looking for a Lab Operations Specialist with a Life Science/Biochemistry background with some experience with managing documentation, supporting batch records, and helping with shipping/receiving to place at our Biopharma client. Client: Innovative Biopharma Start-up Contract/Perm & duration: 1-year (Potential for Extension or Conversion)*5 days/week onsite*Location: Downtown TorontoThe Laboratory Operations Specialist will be supporting the manufacturing team and maintain adequate inventory, batch records, records of inventory, receiving and distribution of goods, records of distribution, including records of costs and pricing for all items of laboratory inventory items and occasionally support lab operations with general equipment maintenance and service. With limited supervision, this position will ensure the manufacturing lab is running smoothly and that all scientific projects are able to proceed without issue. They will communicate directly with senior scientists, the accounts payable department, and department directors.Responsibilities:Weekly inventory checks on laboratory stockEnsuring the laboratory is well-stocked and functioning smoothlyManagement of batch recordsSupervising weekly deliveries of highly important materials e.g. liquid nitrogenCommunicating with senior scientists and their teams regarding necessary documentation including logbooks for manufacturing processesCommunicating with shipping and receiving of goodsCollaborating closely with the Supply Chain Management and Procurement teams to ensure Manufacturing team is supportedOther responsibilities as neededKey Qualifications:Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in the life sciences is required1-2+ years of experience in a laboratory setting (Co-op experience is encouraged)Exprience in a operations capacity supporting logbooks, batch records, shipping/receiving etc.Experience using PPE and best lab practicesExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenStrong attention-to-detailComfort in a high-paced work environment, where you may be asked to wear many hatsAbility to multi-task and prioritizeCollaborative style coupled with can-do attitudeExperience with Microsoft 365 suite is an asset