Laboratory Assistant - Seasonal

ALS Global • Kelso, WA

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About The Position

ALS is seeking a seasonal Laboratory Assistant to support laboratory testing operations and assist assigned sections as needed to meet daily operational needs. The role flexes between Sample Receiving, Inorganics, and Organics departments according to the priorities of the day. The successful candidate must follow applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements, maintain acceptable productivity, and support efficient laboratory workflow. Shifts may vary. The position reports to a Department Supervisor or Team Lead.

Requirements

• High school diploma or laboratory experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of good laboratory practice.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs./14 kg regularly and carry items short distances.
• Ability to sit or stand for a full shift.
• Manual dexterity to perform intricate and/or repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work while exposed to unpleasant fumes.
• Wear issued personal protective equipment, such as dust masks, goggles, and gloves, when required.
• Ability to speak and hear clearly when communicating with coworkers and managers.
• Average vision and ability to read reports and operate equipment.
• Hearing and speech sufficient to communicate in person and over the telephone.
• Must be a citizen or permanent resident of the country of application, or hold or be able to obtain a valid working visa.

Nice To Haves

• Laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow company policies, procedures, and directions concerning workplace behavior while completing duties and assignments.
• Follow safety requirements, report safety concerns and incidents to the Safety Representative, and comply with ALS health and safety policies and procedures.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures without deviation unless an exception is approved by a Supervisor or Manager.
• Meet strict quality assurance and quality control requirements and use established methods and schedules to ensure analytical quality.
• Prepare and standardize reagents and solutions as required.
• Prepare calibration and quality control standards, duplicate samples, and spike samples.
• Clean glassware and other containers used for sample preparation and analysis.
• Evaluate data and troubleshoot instruments, support equipment, and sample preparation processes.
• Calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instruments and equipment as required.
• Organize workload to meet turnaround times and sample hold times.
• Create work lists, workgroups, sample tables, and other assigned computer records or tasks.
• Complete paperwork used to track tests and their validity.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Store and dispose of samples properly.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• ALS offers programs and opportunities to develop skills, build diverse careers, and grow as leaders.
• Reasonable adjustments or accommodation are available to candidates during the recruitment and selection process.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED