Lab Assistant (A3)

ALS Global•Reno, NV

11h•Onsite

About The Position

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

Requirements

Eligibility to work in the country of application (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or valid working visa).

Nice To Haves

Resume & cover letter demonstrating motivation and ability to meet role requirements.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment by following established safety rules and regulations and ALS best practices.
Report all safety concerns to the Supervisor or Manager and participate in incident investigations when required.
Operate and maintain analytical balances in accordance with ALS procedures.
Accurately weigh pulp samples within ALS established weight ranges and standardized work instructions.
Inspect prepared pulp samples for poor homogeneity (non- uniform grain sizes).
Identify poorly prepared pulp samples and report to the supervisor or Manager.
Repost all quality concerns to supervisor including equipment problems and suspected sample mix-ups while weighing. Corrects the problem with assistance from supervisor.
Use Webview to locate, transport and update disposition of client samples by workorder or digestion run number.
Wash labware using correct lab procedures to prevent cross contamination and maintain a good circulation of available test tubes and racks.
Safely dispose sample solution waste using correct lab procedures.
Recommend ideas for safety, quality, or productivity improvements.
May create digestion run batches on Webview with assistance.
May assist in training new employees.
Other duties as assigned by the Manager/ Supervisor.