Laboratory Assistant

ALS • Waterloo, ON

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Centralized Soil Prep Laboratory Assistant is part of a team performing simple and complex sample preparation, routine laboratory maintenance tasks, and simple analyses. Please note this is a contract position from May to December.

Requirements

• Good English communication skills required (auditory, verbal, writing, and reading)
• Basic user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and confident with computers
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment
• Well organized, with proven ability to meet strict deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong work ethic and willingness to take on varied tasks as required
• Commitment to excellence and a client-focused attitude
• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous Laboratory experience

Responsibilities

• Sample Disposal
• Assist analysts
• Train Lab Assistants
• Retrieve samples from storage
• Store samples in sample cooler
• Weighing and traying samples under supervision
• Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• An estimated hourly pay of $19.82 CAD at the time of posting.
• Individual compensation is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training.
• Comprehensive benefit package specific to your work status (including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage, access to company perks, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs)
• Additional vacation days for years of service
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company

What This Job Offers

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