Laboratory Assistant

NAVANA Labs, Inc. (NAVANA) operates ISO/IEC 17025 compliant, full-service laboratories in Hinton, Alberta, Sparwood, British Columbia, Chetwynd, British Columbia, and Crab Orchard, West Virginia offering sampling, sample preparation, and quality analysis to local, interprovincial, and international clients alike. All services at the laboratories are performed with the highest quality and comply with standardized reference methods of analysis to meet the requirements of our ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation.

NAVANA Labs, Inc.'s commitment to quality goes beyond the reference method compliance. Quality is the cornerstone promise to uphold the highest level of quality and integrity in all facets of the laboratory.

NAVANA Labs, Inc. provides robust training to all new employees. Training occurs in the forms of shadowing, mentoring, and independent work in an inclusive working environment.

NAVANA Labs Chetwynd has an immediate need for a full-time, entry-level, Laboratory Assistant to work under the supervision of the Laboratory Analyst.

**Responsibilities and Duties**:

- Administrative duties as assigned
- Pick up samples at the drop off location in Chetwynd, BC
- Prepare sample bottles and coolers for distribution to customers
- Prepare samples using laboratory equipment consistent with company SOPs
- Receive, unpack, inspect, sort, and label customer samples
- Recognize and report any sample issues
- Maintain a clean working environment
- Assist the Laboratory Analyst in less complex laboratory tests and procedures
- Provide excellent customer service with a professional attitude
- Ability to multi-task and stay organized in a fast-paced and changing environment
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Follow all company policies and procedures to ensure sample integrity and quality control
- Work in a safe manner and comply with all environmental, health, and safety requirements

**Qualifications**:

- High school diploma
- Post-secondary education in related background is preferred but not required
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving abstract and means of personal transportation
- Experience in a lab or production setting is preferred but not required
- Ability to
- read, understand, and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate, and timely manner
- Effective time management skills and strong attention to detail
- Ability to work well under pressure during demanding work periods
- Capable of prioritizing tasks to meet goals and ensure product quality
- Willing to meet on-call obligations as needed
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Physical Strength to lift 50 lbs.

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift