Laboratory Warehouse Assistant (General Labour)

ALS Global; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premiums

Comprehensive benefits

Vacation and education support

Job summary

ALS Global is seeking a Laboratory/Warehouse Assistant – Workflow Operator in the Vancouver area to support pulp storage and weighers in a fast‑paced, high‑volume lab environment. The role focuses on coordinating sample movement, tracking, and storage, using WebView to manage dispositions and ensuring timely availability of samples for weighing.

Ideal candidates will have a Grade 12 diploma, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across shifts.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Training will be provided to successful candidates.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate movement, tracking, staging, and storage of client sample boxes.
• Locate, transport, and update disposition of client samples by work order or digestion run number (WebView).
• Retrieve and stage sample boxes on carts for weighers.
• Return sample boxes to storage and scan into correct location after weighing.
• Support weighing activities as required.
• Maintain accurate sample movement and storage practices.
• Follow procedures, instructions, and production schedules while maintaining analytical quality.
• Communicate workflow or equipment concerns to supervisor or manager.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Repetitive tasks

Fast-paced environment

Basic computer skills

WebView familiarity

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

English communication (written & oral)

Dependability & flexibility

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Tools

WebView

Job description

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. This is a fixed-term, full-time position for a period of 6 months

About ALS ALS is a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification services. Our laboratories support clients across a range of industries by delivering accurate, timely, and reliable analytical results. We are seeking a Laboratory/Warehouse Assistant – Workflow Operator to support our pulp storage function and help keep laboratory workflows moving efficiently. This role will work closely with the Batching Workflow team to assist weighers in meeting daily production targets while also providing support across laboratory operations during seasonal and workflow fluctuations. This is a hands‑on opportunity for a dependable, organized individual who enjoys working as part of a team in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.

About the Position As a Laboratory/Warehouse Assistant – Workflow Operator, you will help coordinate the movement, tracking, staging, and storage of client sample boxes. Your work will directly support the weighing and batching processes and help ensure that samples are available when needed, accurately tracked, and returned to storage promptly.

Key Responsibilities

• Sample Tracking & Workflow Management
• Use WebView to locate, transport, and update the disposition of client samples by work order or digestion run number
• Retrieve and stage sample boxes on carts for weighers
• Return sample boxes to storage and scan them into the appropriate location after weighing
• Support weighing activities as required
• Maintain accurate sample movement and storage practices
• Operational Standards & Safety Follow established procedures, work instructions, and production schedules while maintaining analytical quality
• Work safely and comply with all ALS health and safety policies, procedures, and applicable regulations
• Maintain an organized and efficient work area
• Communicate workflow, sample, or equipment concerns, to the appropriate supervisor or manager
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring

• Core Skills & Competencies
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately and consistently
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Basic computer skills and the ability to use software applications
• Familiarity with WebView or similar laboratory information systems is an asset
• Good organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and a quality‑focused approach
• Interpersonal & Professional Attributes
• Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment
• Basic written and verbal English communication skills
• Dependable, flexible, and willing to support changing operational priorities

Education and Experience

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous laboratory, warehouse, sample‑handling, or production experience is an asset
• Training will be provided to successful candidates

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Manual dexterity to perform detailed and repetitive tasks
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including dust masks and gloves
• Ability to sit and/or stand for a full shift of up to 7.5 hours
• Ability to walk, bend, reach, and handle sample boxes and laboratory materials throughout the shift
• Work may involve exposure to dust and unpleasant odours

Shift Requirements

This is a fixed-term, full-time position for a period of 6 months

ALS operates 24/7. This position requires the flexibility to work day, afternoon, and overnight shifts, including weekends.

Our Benefits Include:

• An estimated hourly pay of $20.26 CAD at the time of posting. Individual compensation is determined by factors such as job‑related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training.
• Shift Premium: Afternoon $2.00/hour
• Night: $4.00/hour
• 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

Working at ALS

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. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility 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.