Laboratory Assistant, Icp-ms

3 weeks ago

North Vancouver, 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
On-site | Casual | Junior Level
The Laboratory Assistant will work as part of the ICP-MS team to accomplish a variety of lab tasks and lab maintenance. These responsibilities will include conducting solution preparation, instrument batching, and some routine instrument analyses of geological samples in accordance with ALS Health and Safety policies and ALS quality procedures.
**Key Responsibilities**:

- Prepare instrument solutions and perform sample dilutions;
- Prepare instrument run batches for analysis;
- Assist in instrument calibration setup and operations;
- Maintain the timely storage and disposal of sample solutions for the department;
- Prioritize workloads according to daily stats and turnaround commitments;
- Maintain and organize instrument logs, equipment, reagent, and solution records;
- Operate and perform routine analyses and maintenance on ICP-AES and/or ICP-MS instruments;
- Evaluate data using instrument software and GEMS;
- Identify & correct QC-related issues by ensuring the quality of the analytical data meets ALS standards;
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment and communicate all safety concerns to Operations Supervisor or Manager;
- Assist in other sections of the laboratory as required;
- Additional duties as assigned by Senior Laboratory Analyst, Operations Supervisor, or Manager.

**About you**:

- Highly organized and detail-oriented with proven ability to work to deadlines;
- Ability to work independently or as a part of a team in a fast-paced environment;
- Good organizational, analytical, and mechanical skills;
- Capable of managing workflow in a time-efficient and quality-conscious manner;
- Good English communication skills both written and verbal;
- Good MS Office skills, specifically MS Word, Excel, and Outlook;
- Full training will be provided.

**Required Qualifications**:

- High school completion or equivalent required;
- Some post-secondary chemistry courses preferred;
- Minimum of 1 year laboratory experience in analytical chemistry or related field preferred.

**Physical Demands**:

- Ability to lift up to 45lbs;
- Ability to sit and/or stand for up to 7.5 hours per day;
- Ability to work in afternoon and night shift.
- Manual dexterity to perform repetitive tasks.

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**:

- An estimated hourly pay of $22.98 CAD at the time of posting. Individual compensation is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training.
- Additional shift premiums of $2 per hour for evening shifts and $4 per hour for night shifts, if applicable.
- 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).

**Please note**: Benefits vary based on employee status.
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 personalized solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.
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ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspective

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