Data Entry Clerk 1

ALS Services USA, Corp; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured wage increases

Comprehensive benefits package

Additional vacation days for years of

Education or training support after 9 

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

ALS seeks a Data Entry Clerk to input customer data into our laboratory information management system (LIMS). You will follow SOPs, load data accurately, and manage samples with care in a fast-paced environment.

You will work closely with the lab team to ensure data integrity, resolve discrepancies, and support customers by phone. A high school diploma and basic lab exposure are required, with on‑the‑job training provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–3 years laboratory experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and LIMS.
• Ability to enter 200+ samples daily by end of training.
• Willingness to learn data-entry procedures and follow SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Enter data from customers into the database accurately.
• Follow departmental guidelines for data loaded.
• Notify lab of changes to test packages and priority testing.
• Handle incoming samples, prepare and organize for testing.
• Answer phones and assist customers as needed.
• Ensure data accuracy before submission.
• Assist with storage and disposal of client samples.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Fast data entry

Office software

LIMS familiarity

Learning data-entry procedures

Overtime willingness

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Education

High school diploma/GED

0–3 years lab experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

LIMS

Internet references

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. Imagine your future with us! At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive. Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.

About the role: The Data Entry Clerk will enter data sent from customers on labels and forms into our laboratory information management systems.

Position Duties and Scope:

• Accurately enter data received from customers into company database.
• Follow departmental guidelines for all data loaded.
• Modify data periodically as prescribed by customers.
• Follow instructions by supervisor.
• Follow standard operating procedures.
• Send "problem" samples to customer service for resolution.
• Notify lab of changes to test packages, special testing requests, and/or priority testing (rush analysis).
• Efficiently process 200+ samples daily.
• Answer phones and assist customers as needed.
• Correct samples that are logged incorrectly and work with lab to ensure correct tests are performed.
• Receive, open and tray up all samples received each day.
• Effectively research reminders generated by diagnosis and fix samples if needed.
• Assist with storage and disposal of client samples.
• Compile, sort and verify the accuracy of data before it is entered.
• Enter data received from customers accurately.
• Follow departmental guidelines for all data loaded.
• Modify data periodically as prescribed by guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED is required.
• 0–3 years of laboratory experience is preferred.
• Must have good computer skills, including Microsoft Office products, LIMS, and Internet based reference libraries.
• The ability to accurately enter 200+ samples daily by the end of our training period.
• The ability to learn all applicable Data Entry procedures.
• Attention to detail and good communication skills.
• High energy level, confidence and ability to thrive in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work overtime, evenings and weekends.

Working at ALS: Our people are our most valuable asset and drive our success at ALS. We are a diverse community of dedicated professionals united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other. At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.

Our benefits include:

• Structured wage increases
• Comprehensive benefit package (including: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, access to company perks)
• 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)

About ALS:

ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalized solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.

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, 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.