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* Technologist *
@ Oerlikon
Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta
Overview
Oerlikon is hiring an Analytical Laboratory Technologist to run testing and analysis for production, R&D and customer requirements. The work covers lab testing, sample preparation, equipment calibration and maintenance, and support for ISO/AS9100 and Nadcap audits. The posting describes competitive compensation and benefits, growth opportunities and a safety-focused workplace.
Responsibilities:
- Perform lab testing such as ICP, metallography, hardness and SEM
- Prepare and analyze material samples
- Calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot lab equipment
- Maintain accurate records and controlled procedures
- Support ISO/AS9100, Nadcap and audit requirements
Requirements summary:
- Diploma or degree in chemical technology, materials science or related field
- Hands-on lab experience preferred
- Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
- Proficient with MS Office
- Team-oriented with strong communication skills
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- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-07
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Quality assurance |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Laboratory, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Chemical Technology, Materials Science |
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Oerlikon
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We make products better
Full company description
Oerlikon (SIX: OERL) is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high-performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Headquartered in Pfaeffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with approximately 9,300 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2025.
- LinkedIn followers
- 112,805
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 6,327
- Reported office locations
- Churerstrasse 120, Pfäffikon, SZ 8808, CH
- Other recorded names
- Oerlikon
- Specialties
- Coating Technology
- Thermal Spray
- Additive Manufacturing
- 3D Printing
- Coatings
- Coating Systems
- PVD
- Heat treatment
- Friction Systems
- luxury
- and DLC
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Oerlikon (SIX: OERL) is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high-performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Pfäffikon, SZ |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1876 |
| Specialties | Coating TechnologyThermal SprayAdditive Manufacturing3D PrintingCoatingsCoating SystemsPVDHeat treatmentFriction Systemsluxury |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 2 |
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* Technologist *
We are seeking an Analytical Laboratory Technologist to support testing and analysis for production, R&D, and customer requirements. This role plays a key part in ensuring product quality and maintaining laboratory operations.
What You'll Do
- Perform laboratory testing (e.g., ICP, metallography, hardness, particle size, SEM)
- Prepare and analyze material samples (physical and chemical testing)
- Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab equipment
- Maintain accurate records and controlled lab procedures
- Support ISO/AS9100, Nadcap, and audit requirements
- Assist with new testing methods and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure safe, clean, and organized lab environment
What You Bring
- Diploma/degree in Chemical Technology, Materials Science, or related field
- Hands-on lab experience preferred
- Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
- Proficient with MS Office; able to learn lab systems
- Team-oriented with strong communication skills
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Growth and development opportunities
- Collaborative, safety-focused workplace
Ready to Apply?
If you're excited about optimizing production and making a real impact - this role is for you!
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About Oerlikon
Oerlikon is a global leader in material science engineering. Through the right combination of surface technologies, advanced materials, coating equipment, engineered components and advanced manufacturing, we help customers improve the performance, efficiency, durability and sustainability of their products and processes. Our technologies are often invisible to the end user, but mission-critical to the industries that power modern life: aerospace, energy, semiconductors, medical, luxury, tooling, automotive and general industries. Headquartered in Pfaeffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with a global workforce of around 10,000 people. In 2025, Oerlikon achieved sales of CHF 1.6 billion.
We offer a wide variety of job profiles in a dynamic, supportive environment where people are empowered to grow and reach their full potential — guided by our core values of integrity, team spirit, excellence and innovation.
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