Laboratory Assistant - Burnaby, Canada - ALS Global

ALS Global

Verified Company

Burnaby, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

ALS provides a broad range of testing and analytical services to a wide variety of end markets and industries around the globe.

We continue to remain a leader in the testing services industry and have established a distinguished reputation for providing best in class results and client services.

Laboratory Assistant
Organics Sample Prep and Login

Location:
ALS Environmental, Burnaby

Reports to:
Supervisor or Team Lead
About the Position

This Laboratory Assistant will assist with routine laboratory functions, such as preparing client samples for analysis and routine lab maintenance.

You will be working independently and in a team environment, with an emphasis on providing quality and efficient service to clients.

Specific Responsibilities

Subsampling soils for moisture, metals, and some organic parameters;
Entering factors and sample statuses into the LIMS;
Glassware cleaning and labware maintenance;
Sample storage and archiving;
Data archiving;
Monitoring of controlled equipment;
Media or reagent preparation;
Restocking of laboratory consumables/chemicals;
General laboratory cleanup and maintenance;
Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality;
Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures;
Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Good English communication skills required (auditory, verbal, written, and reading);
Basic user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook), with basic computer skills;
Accurate and efficient data entry skill is an asset;
Ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately in a fastpaced environment;
Well organized, with the ability to meet strict deadlines;
Analytical and process oriented, with the ability to critically think in ambiguous situations
Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
Strong work ethic and willingness to take on varied tasks as required;
Commitment to excellence and a clientfocused attitude.

Required Qualifications

Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required;
Some experience working in a fastpaced, production, and/or preparation environment;
Knowledge from high school science courses and/or basic laboratory safety is an asset;
Experience working with chemicals or in a laboratory setting (ex. school) is an asset, but not required.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs./14 kg on a regular basis and carry for short distances;
Manual dexterity to perform intricate and/or repetitive tasks;
Wear issued personal protective equipment (PPE) such as dust masks, gloves etc., when required;
Ability to sit at a desk and do general office work, which includes periodic sedentary responsibilities;
Ability to stand for up to a full shift;
You may be exposed to unpleasant fumes;
Please note that ALS operates 24/7 and will require day, afternoon, and graveyard shift work including weekends.