Laboratory Technician 1

ALS • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

ALS is seeking a full-time Laboratory Technician to perform laboratory testing, including titrations, ICP analysis, and viscosity testing. The role follows applicable safety and quality guidelines while maintaining satisfactory production levels. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

The technician prepares and analyzes samples, performs calculations and equipment checks, maintains instruments, handles hazardous waste, and supports sample receipt and shift handovers. The role also includes housekeeping, inventory monitoring, and identifying continuous improvement opportunities. A high school diploma or GED is required; laboratory experience is preferred.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Follow applicable laboratory safety and quality policies and procedures.
• Ability to stand for intervals of up to 8 hours while working.
• Ability to speak and hear clearly to communicate with coworkers and managers.
• Hand and finger dexterity to operate equipment and handle glassware.
• Average vision and ability to read reports and operate equipment.
• Ability to communicate in person and over the telephone.

Nice To Haves

• Laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing, including titrations, ICP analysis, viscosity testing, and other required analyses.
• Complete assigned tasks within required time constraints and follow applicable quality and safety policies and procedures.
• Use test results in calculations to further characterize data, such as calculating Cetane Index and Viscosity Index.
• Prepare and aliquot samples, and load samples onto validated automated instrumentation when applicable.
• Perform routine equipment and instrumentation verifications and calibrations according to method quality requirements.
• Perform direct sample analysis, including wet chemistry testing.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and instrumentation as required by methods.
• Perform calculations required during analytical preparations.
• Prepare samples for multiple testing requirements.
• Perform housekeeping, including assisting with storage and disposal of client samples.
• Monitor inventory levels for supplies and reagents required for test methods.
• Prepare and maintain standards and reagents.
• Generate, accumulate, handle, transport, and dispose of hazardous waste; collect, store, and label it in compliance with ALS policy.
• Assist with sample receipt by opening packages, sorting mail, and entering data.
• Participate in shift handovers.
• Identify continuous improvement activities for the site.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Structured wage increases.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, and access to company perks.
• Additional vacation days based on years of service.
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company.
• Learning and development opportunities, including unlimited access to e-learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED