Laboratory Assistant, Metals

6 months ago

Burnaby, 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 | Seasonal or Co-op | Junior Level

This position will assist with basic 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.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Prepare water, soil and/or tissue samples for analysis (may include dispensing, filtering or diluting water samples, digesting soil samples and homogenizing or digesting biota samples)
- Process samples in a timely manner, to meet client Turnaround Times (TAT) and holding time requirements;
- Clean glassware and laboratory equipment;
- Monitor and restock laboratory consumables/chemicals;
- Prepare reagents, standards, and reference materials;
- Perform all required record-keeping and documentation;
- Monitor controlled equipment;
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and adhere to strict QA/QC requirements;
- Operate and maintain simple laboratory 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.

**About you**:

- 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 fast-paced 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 client-focused attitude.

**Required Qualifications**:

- Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required;
- Some experience working in a fast-paced, 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 stand for a full shift;
- Ability to sit at a desk and do general office work, which includes periodic sedentary responsibilities;
- You may be exposed to unpleasant odours;
- Please note that ALS operates 24/7 and will 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**:

- At the time of this posting, the estimate pay is $19.89/hr CAD. Individual pay is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training.
- 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, healthc

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