Sample Preparation Technician (General Labour)

ALS; Terrace; On-site; CAD 29,590 - 31,367; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended medical

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Employee assistance and wellness

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

ALS is seeking a Sample Preparation Technician in Canada to work with client samples and prepare them for analysis in our labs. You'll perform ringing, sieving, crushing, and splitting under supervision, load/unload drying ovens, and maintain production logs.

The role requires basic English, good hand-eye coordination, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Shift work including weekends is possible due to 24/7 operations.

Qualifications

• 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).

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 assist with layout duties/tasks.
• Use correct methods in accordance with established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality.
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with ALS health and safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Organization

Teamwork / Independent work

Basic alpha/numeric comprehension

Basic 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 assist 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 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, including periodic sedentary responsibilities
• Please note that ALS operates 24/7 and will require day, afternoon, and graveyard shift work including weekends

Benefits

• 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.