Laboratory Technician

ALS Global • Simi Valley, CA

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About The Position

ALS is seeking a full-time Laboratory Technician to perform laboratory testing while following safety and quality guidelines and maintaining a satisfactory production level. The role involves carrying out tests according to standard operating procedures, maintaining testing instruments and records, and meeting production requirements. The technician must comply with local and corporate quality assurance policies and ISO 17025 laboratory accreditation requirements. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or laboratory experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of good laboratory practice.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to stand for intervals of up to 8 hours while working.
• Ability to speak and hear clearly while communicating with coworkers and managers.
• Manual dexterity to operate equipment and handle glassware.
• Average vision and ability to read reports and operate equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests as outlined by standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Perform scheduled calibrations, standardization, and statistical process control (SPC) tests.
• Carry out routine maintenance of testing instrumentation.
• Complete paperwork used to track tests and their validity.
• Load data for tests performed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Accurately record personal production and meet production requirements.
• Route samples for additional testing as outlined by SOPs.
• Store and dispose of samples properly.
• Comply with local and corporate quality assurance policies and ISO 17025 laboratory accreditation requirements.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• 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