Laboratory Assistant - Seasonal

ALS Chemex de Mexico; Kelso (WA); Presencial; USD 17.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ALS is seeking a Seasonal Laboratory Assistant to support testing operations across departments. The role involves assisting Sample Receiving, Inorganics, and Organics to meet daily priorities, while adhering to SOPs and safety guidelines.

You will help prepare reagents and calibration standards and support data handling and documentation. The position requires staying compliant with QA/QC requirements, maintaining a clean workspace, and adapting to a fast-paced production environment.

Formación

• High School diploma or laboratory experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of good laboratory practice.
• Comfortable in high paced production environment.

Responsabilidades

• Adhere to company policies and SOPs while completing duties.
• Follow safety requirements and report concerns to Safety Representative.
• Observe safety regulations and ALS health and safety policies.
• Maintain QA/QC standards and proper documentation of tests.
• Prepare reagents, calibrations, and QC standards as required.
• Assist laboratory sections to meet daily operational needs.

Conocimientos

Laboratory experience

Good laboratory practice

Ability to lift 30 lbs

Educación

High School diploma

Descripción del empleo

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.

Seasonal Laboratory Assistant- shifts may vary

Reports to: Department Supervisor/Team Lead (Departments: Sample Receiving, Inorganics, Organics)

General Accountability:

The primary purpose of this position is to flex between departments to help with the priorities for that day.

About the role:

We are seeking a seasonal Laboratory Assistant responsible for supporting laboratory testing operations and assisting assigned laboratory sections as required to meet daily operational needs. The successful candidate will be expected to adhere to all applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements while maintaining acceptable productivity and supporting efficient laboratory workflow.

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and directions regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.
• Follow safety requirements as described in the company Safety Manual and communicate all safety concerns and incidents to the Safety Representative.
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) requirements without deviation, except were approved by Supervisor or Manager.
• Adhere to strict QA/QC requirements.
• Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality.
• Prepare and standardize reagents and solutions as required.
• Prepare calibration and quality control standards, duplicate and spike samples.
• Clean all glassware and other containers required for sample preparation and analysis.
• Evaluate data and troubleshoot problems with instruments, support equipment, and sample preparation processes.
• Perform instrument/equipment calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair as required.
• Organize workload to meet Turn Around Times (TATs) and hold times.
• Create work lists, workgroups, sample tables and other computer tasks as assigned.
• Properly completing all paperwork used to track tests and their validity.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Storing and disposing of samples properly.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned from time to time, as required

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or laboratory experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of good laboratory practice.
• Comfortable in high paced production environment.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift to 30 lbs./14 kg on a regular basis and carry for short distances.
• Ability to sit or stand for a full shift.
• Manual dexterity to perform intricate and/or repetitive tasks.
• You will be exposed to unpleasant fumes.
• Wear issued personal protective equipment (PPE) such as dust masks, goggles, gloves etc., when required.
• Able to speak and hear clearly while communicating with co-workers and managers.
• Must have average vision and able to see to read reports and operate equipment.
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.

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.

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.

Everyone matters:

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving and mainta