Laboratory Assistant

1 week ago

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada ALS Global Full time

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.


Location:
ALS Environmental, Waterloo

Reports to:
Semi-Volatile Organics Manager

Classification:
LA2

About the Position:


This position is responsible for performing simple and complex sample preparations and extractions, routine laboratory maintenance tasks and simple analyses.


Specific Responsibilities:

  • Sample disposal, assists analysts, Retrieve samples from storage, Store samples in sample cooler
  • Weighing and traying samples under supervision
  • Operate lab instrument/equipment such as pipettes, shakers, centrifuges, pH meters etc;
  • Perform instrument/equipment calibration, maintenance and repair as required;
  • Perform sample preparation filtration, screening, extraction and digestion;
  • Prepare all required reagents, standards, reference materials, etc;
  • Carry out all required data processing (i.e. calculations, data review, data entry, archival, etc.);
  • Carry out all required recordkeeping & documentation;
  • General laboratory cleanup and maintenance, monitor controlled equipment;
  • Clean and maintain glassware and lab ware,
  • Assist in sample flow and archiving as well as data archiving;
  • Perform all required quality control procedures;
  • Produce all tasks within specific turnaround times (TAT);
  • 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:

  • Must be a careful and meticulous worker;
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel);
  • Must be capable of working with mínimal supervision;
  • Must be well organised, and able to work independently as well as part of a team;
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment ;
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to understand and carry out detailed instructions.

Required Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent;
  • Previous Lab experience, full training will be provided.

Physical Demands:

  • 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 stand for a full shift;
  • You may be exposed to unpleasant odours;
  • Please note that ALS operates 24/7 and may require day, afternoon, and graveyard shift work including weekends.

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