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Organics Laboratory Assistant

3 months ago


Edmonton, Alberta, Canada ALS Global Full time
Imagine your future with us

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.
When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive.


Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world's most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.

Location ALS Environmental, Edmonton

Reports to:
Laboratory Operations Supervisor

About the Position:


The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing client samples for extraction and analysis, and sample login activities at the laboratory while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

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

Specific Responsibilities

  • Process samples in a timely manner, to meet client Turnaround Times (TAT) and holding requirements;
  • Measure sample mass/volume, add surrogates, perform extractions using common laboratory solvents;
  • Extraction and concentration of required parameters in soil, water and oil samples as well as other non
- routine matrices;

  • Responsible for the calibration, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting of basic lab instruments;
  • Addition of quality control standards such as matrix spike and surrogate solutions;
  • Clean glassware and laboratory equipment;
  • Monitor and restock laboratory consumables/chemicals;
  • Samples shelving, archiving, and disposal;
  • Prepare reagents, standards, and reference materials;
  • Perform all required recordkeeping and documentation;
  • Monitor controlled equipment
  • 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 by the Supervisor or Team Lead.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Good English communication skills required (auditory, verbal, written, and reading);
  • Intermediate user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), with confident computer skills;
  • Organized, analytical, and process oriented;
  • High attention to detail;
  • Strong problem solving skills;
  • Ability to handle pressure from high sample volumes and competing turnaround times;
  • Work independently and as part of a team;
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to take on varied tasks as required;
Physical Demands

  • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs./14 kg on a regular basis and carry for short distances;
  • Ability to sit or stand for a full shift;
  • Manual dexterity to perform intricate and/or repetitive tasks;
  • Wear issued personal protective equipment (PPE) such as dust masks, gloves etc., when required.
Working at ALS

Our people are our most valuable asset and drive our success at ALS.
We are a diverse community of dedicated professionals united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other.

At ALS, you'll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential.

We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.


Our benefits include:

  • Structured wage increases
  • Comprehensive benefit package specific to your work status (including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage, access to company perks, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs,
  • Additional vacation days for years of service
  • Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company
  • Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to elearnings and more)
About ALS


ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability.

Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalised solutions supported by local expertise.

We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.

Everyone matters


ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.


Note:
benefits vary based on employee status, e.g parttime, casual