Specialty Laboratory Assistant - Day Shift (Entry Level)

alsglobal; Loughrea; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS Minerals, with its European hub lab based in Loughrea, Co. Galway, seeks motivated individuals to join as Speciality Laboratory Assistants (Day Shift) with an immediate start.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to procedures, and quality control within a busy laboratory environment. Generally, no prior laboratory experience is required as full training is provided, though previous lab exposure is desirable.

Qualifications

• Full or partial secondary education with ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• No mandatory laboratory experience required; prior lab exposure is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and wear protective equipment as instructed.
• Perform tasks assigned by Laboratory Manager or supervisor and report completion.
• Follow written procedures or oral instructions when written ones are not available.
• Check sample identification and maintain order; report deviations.
• Handle samples to preserve identity and prevent loss or contamination; report accidents.
• Monitor quality, note anomalies, and report to supervisor.
• Complete forms and records; operate equipment safely and report calibration status.
• Maintain clean equipment and workspace; tidy finished area for next use.
• Suggest method or operation improvements to Laboratory or Quality Manager.
• Complete required records per ISO 17025 and INAB requirements.

Education

Secondary education (full or partial)

Job description

ALS Minerals, with its European hub lab based in Loughrea, Co. Galway, seeks motivated individuals to join as Speciality Laboratory Assistants (Day Shift) with an immediate start.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to procedures, and quality control within a busy laboratory environment. Generally, no prior laboratory experience is required as full training is provided, though previous lab exposure is desirable.