Laboratory Technician 2

ALS; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit package

Structured wage increases

Additional vacation days

Education or training support

Unlimited access to e-learning

Job summary

ALS is seeking a full-time Laboratory Technician for the 2nd shift in Phoenix, Arizona. Responsibilities include conducting laboratory testing, ensuring safety and quality guidelines, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma/GED and preferably some laboratory experience. The position offers structured wage increases, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage, and additional vacation days for years of service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all tasks are performed within time restraints and according to relevant quality and safety policies and procedures.
• Use results from test method(s) in calculations.
• Prepare and/or aliquot samples for required tests.
• Perform routine daily and/or weekly verifications and calibrations.
• Perform analysis on samples through direct testing.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Monitor inventory levels for supplies and reagents.
• Generate and handle hazardous wastes.
• Participate in shift handovers.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Laboratory Technician – 2nd Shift

Monday–Friday 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm.

About the role

We are seeking a full‑time Laboratory Technician responsible for various laboratory testing, including titrations, ICP analysis, and viscosity testing. The candidate will follow safety and quality guidelines while maintaining satisfactory production levels.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all tasks are performed within time restraints and according to relevant quality and safety policies and procedures.
• Use results from test method(s) in calculations to further characterize the data (e.g., calculated Cetane Index, Viscosity Index).
• Prepare and/or aliquot samples as part of a sample preparation step for all required tests; when applicable load samples on automated instrumentation validated following method quality requirements.
• Perform routine daily and/or weekly verification(s) and/or calibration(s) on equipment and instrumentation following method quality requirements. Some methods will require a minimum Level 3 or 4 based on complexity and quality risk level.
• Perform analysis on samples through direct testing (e.g., wet chemistry). The minimum level required to perform some methods will vary depending on the method complexity, safety risk, and quality risk level.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and/or instrumentation as required by the method. The minimum level required to perform preventative maintenance on some equipment and/or instrumentation will vary depending on the complexity of the task, safety risk level, and quality risk level.
• Perform calculations as required when conducting analytical preparations.
• Perform sample preparation for multiple testing requirements.
• Perform housekeeping duties as required, including storage and disposal of client samples.
• Monitor inventory levels for supplies and reagents required for test methods.
• Prepare and maintain standards and reagents. Some standards will require a minimum Level 2 depending on the complexity and quality risk.
• Generate, accumulate, handle, work near, transport, and dispose of hazardous wastes.
• Collect, store, and label any hazardous waste generated in compliance with the company policy.
• Contribute to sample receival process, including opening packages, sorting mail, and data entry.
• Participate in shift handovers to ensure smooth transition.
• Identify continuous improvement activities for the site.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Laboratory experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for intervals of up to 8 hours while working.
• Able to speak and hear clearly while communicating with co‑workers and managers.
• Dexterity in hands and fingers to operate equipment and handle glassware.
• Average vision and sufficient eyesight to read reports and operate equipment.
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.

Benefits

• Structured wage increases.
• Comprehensive benefit package (including medical, dental, vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, and access to company perks).
• Additional vacation days for years of service.
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company.
• Unlimited access to e‑learning and additional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving and maintaining a workforce which reflects and affirms the diversity of our society. 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. ALS also welcomes applicants with all levels of ability.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a citizen or permanent resident of the country you are applying for, or you must hold or be able to obtain a valid working visa.