Sample Preparation Technician (General Labour)

ALS; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended medical, dental, and vision

Retirement plan with company match

Educational support after 9 months

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

ALS is seeking a Sample Preparation Technician in North Vancouver to prepare client samples for analysis in the labs. You will perform tasks like ringing, sieving, crushing, and handling drying ovens under supervision, while maintaining logs and ensuring cleanliness and safety.

We value careful, team-oriented individuals who can work independently, follow procedures, and communicate in basic English. ALS offers comprehensive benefits and flexible shifts as part of a global scientific team.

Qualifications

• Strong hand-eye coordination and precision in lab tasks.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Basic alpha-numeric comprehension.
• Basic English communication skills (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Ringing, sieving, crushing, and splitting under supervision.
• Loading and unloading drying ovens under supervision.
• Maintain own production logs.
• General cleaning for lab cleanliness.
• Follow established procedures and ensure analytical quality.
• Observe safety regulations and ALS policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Organizational skills

Teamwork / independent work

Basic alpha-numeric comprehension

English communication

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.

About The Position

Within the Sample Preparation Department, the Sample Preparation Technician will work with client samples and prepare them for analysis in our labs.

Specific Responsibilities

• Ringing, sieving (including International Soils), crushing, splitting under direct supervision;
• Loading and unloading drying ovens under supervision;
• Maintain own production logs;
• General cleaning duties for basic lab cleanliness;
• May assists with layout duties/tasks;
• 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.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 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).

Physical Demands

• Manual dexterity to perform repetitive tasks;
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs;
• Be cleanly-shaven in order to wear protective equipment;
• Wear issued personal protective equipment (PPE) such as dust masks, gloves etc., when required;
• Ability to stand for a full shift;
• Ability to sit at a desk and do general office work, which includes periodic sedentary responsibilities;
• Please note that ALS operates 24/7 and will require day, afternoon, and graveyard shift work including weekends.

Our benefits include:

• An estimated hourly pay of $21.48 - $22.77 CAD at the time of posting. Individual compensation is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training.
• 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
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more)

Please note: Benefits vary based on employee status.

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. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, First Nations, Metis and Inuit persons, 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.

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.