What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician position at ALS Environmental?
Overview
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About the role:
We are seeking a full time Laboratory Technician who will be responsible for various laboratory testing including Titrations, ICP analysis, and viscosity testing. This individual will be responsible for following all safety and quality guidelines while maintaining a satisfactory production level. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Responsibilities
About you:
- Performing laboratory tests as outlined by the SOPs.
- Performing all scheduled calibrations, standardization and SPC tests.
- Routine maintenance of testing instrumentation.
- Properly completing all paperwork used to track tests and their validity.
- Loading data for tests performed.
- Maintaining a clean, safe work area.
- Accurately recording personal production and meeting production requirements.
- Routing samples for additional testing as outlined by SOPs.
- Storing and disposing of samples properly.
- Complying with local and corporate quality assurance policies, as well as ISO 17025 lab accreditation requirements.
- Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned from time to time, as required
Required Qualifications:
- High School diploma or laboratory experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of good laboratory practice.
- Comfortable in high paced production environment.
Physical Demands:
- The ability to stand for intervals of up to 8 hours while working;
- Able to speak and hear clearly while communicating with co-workers and managers;
- Dexterity in hands and fingers to operate equipment and handle glassware;
- Must have average vision and able to see to read reports and operate equipment;
- Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
Qualifications
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 (including: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, access to company perks)
- 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 committed to achieving and maintaining a workforce which reflects and affirms the diversity of our society
ALS is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. EOE AA Minority, Female, Veteran, Individuals with Disabilities
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ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
