Wet Chemistry Technician I

ALS Global • Stratford, CT

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About The Position

ALS is seeking a full-time Laboratory Technician for its Wet Chemistry Department. The role prepares environmental samples for analysis of inorganic contaminants, with an initial focus on cyanide, hexavalent chromium, percent solids, and pH, and may include other analyses as training progresses. The technician follows safety and quality guidelines while maintaining a satisfactory production level.

The position involves performing laboratory tests according to standard operating procedures (SOPs), conducting scheduled calibrations, standardization, and statistical process control tests, maintaining testing instrumentation, documenting and loading test data, and handling samples appropriately. The technician also maintains a clean and safe work area and complies with local and corporate quality assurance policies and ISO 17025 laboratory accreditation requirements.

ALS operates 24/7, and this role requires day, afternoon, and evening shifts, including weekends. The work may involve unpleasant odors and the use of personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or laboratory experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of good laboratory practice.
• Comfortable working in a high-paced production environment.
• Ability to stand for intervals of up to eight hours and for a full shift.
• Ability to communicate clearly with coworkers and managers.
• Manual dexterity to operate equipment, handle glassware, and perform intricate or repetitive tasks.
• Average vision and ability to read reports and operate equipment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, such as eye protection and gloves.
• Ability to sit at a desk and perform general office work, including periodic sedentary responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests as outlined in standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Perform scheduled calibrations, standardization, and SPC tests.
• Use established methods and procedures while ensuring analytical quality.
• Follow safety regulations and comply with ALS health and safety policies and procedures.
• Perform 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

• 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 for years of service.
• Business support for education or training after nine 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