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Volatiles Analyst
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
The primary purpose of the Volatiles Analyst is to ensure that high quality data is produced in accordance with prescribed methods and standard operating procedures. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Key Responsibilities
About You
We are looking for a motivated and ambitious sales professional who is eager to develop their skills in the scientific services sector. You may not yet have deep industry experience, but you bring a strong drive, a passion for sales, and a proactive "hunter" mentality. You are enthusiastic, quick to learn, and excited to contribute to business growth while working alongside experienced teams.
To excel in this position, you should have
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
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.
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
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
The primary purpose of the Volatiles Analyst is to ensure that high quality data is produced in accordance with prescribed methods and standard operating procedures. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for the entire analytical process, from preparation of sampling equipment and sample preparation through data analysis using state-of-the-art analytical equipment such as GC and GC-MS.
- The chemist will become familiar with the analytical equipment and software, including but not limited to ChemStation, Target and the Horizon Laboratory Information Management System.
- Follow appropriate methodologies as prescribed in the laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Analyze evaluate and approve the results of QC samples.
- Document activities and report results in a concise accurate manner.
- Identify and report quality problems to the supervisor or QA department.
- Produce quality error free work.
- Meet production requirements
- Maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment.
- Exercise laboratory safety practices.
- Strong commitment to quality and integrity.
- Must actively participate in the laboratory’s Quality System
- Other duties as assigned.
About You
We are looking for a motivated and ambitious sales professional who is eager to develop their skills in the scientific services sector. You may not yet have deep industry experience, but you bring a strong drive, a passion for sales, and a proactive "hunter" mentality. You are enthusiastic, quick to learn, and excited to contribute to business growth while working alongside experienced teams.
To excel in this position, you should have
- Diligent work ethic and the ability to work independently
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask. Good time management skills.
- Must be detail oriented.
- High energy level, confidence and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends.
- Dedication to supporting goals, objectives, and philosophies of ALS.
- A commitment to cross training.
- Two years of education in a physical or environmental science or two years’ experience in a laboratory environment.
- Familiarity with Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry is a plus.
- The ability to sit and/or stand for intervals of up to 8 hours while working
- Able to speak and hear clearly while communicating with staff management or clients.
- 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.
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)
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.
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
Click Here to view the EEO is the Law poster
Click Here to view the FMLA Law poster
Click Here to view the EPPA Law Poster
Click Here to view the Pay Transparency Provision
Click Here to view company E-Verify Participation Poster
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
