Laboratory Assistant

4 weeks ago


Waterloo, 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.

About the role
**Location**: ALS Environmental, Waterloo
**Reports to**: Organics Manager
**Classification**: LA1

**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 record-keeping & documentation;
- General laboratory clean-up 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.

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 e-learnings 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


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