Sample Preparation Technician

ALS Global • Tucson, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Within the Sample Preparation Department, the Sample Preparation Technician 2 will independently work with client samples and prepare them for analysis in our labs. 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. The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities. Everyone Matters ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, members of minority groups, and persons living with disabilities. ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request. To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

Requirements

• Good hand-eye coordination
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Basic alpha/numeric comprehension
• Basic English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Basic computer skills required
• Minimum 6 months (180 days) work experience in a commercial minerals laboratory or minerals sample preparation required

Nice To Haves

• Forklift license/certification, or experience driving a forklift an asset

Responsibilities

• Ringing, sieving (including International Soils), crushing and splitting
• Loading and unloading drying ovens
• Maintain own production logs
• General cleaning duties for basic lab cleanliness
• Assists with layout duties/tasks
• Handling compositing, screen metallics, special handling requests, etc
• Inspecting equipment and inform senior employee if adjustment is required
• Handles basic internal problem solving
• May assists in training / mentoring new employees on basic prep procedures
• Dealing with NORM sample preparations
• 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

• Supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential
• Programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career
• Safe, flexible and rewarding career
• Inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued
• Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees