Seasonal Laboratory Assistant: Cross-Department Support

ALS Group USA, Corp; Kelso (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS is seeking a Seasonal Laboratory Assistant to support laboratory testing operations and assist assigned sections across Sample Receiving, Inorganics, and Organics. This role requires flexibility to meet daily priorities while adhering to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will assist with standard procedures, QA/QC, and data handling, contributing to efficient workflow and accurate testing.

Qualifications

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

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 where 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.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Good Laboratory Practice

Ability to work in fast-paced setting

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

ALS is seeking a Seasonal Laboratory Assistant to support laboratory testing operations and assist assigned sections across Sample Receiving, Inorganics, and Organics. This role requires flexibility to meet daily priorities while adhering to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will assist with standard procedures, QA/QC, and data handling, contributing to efficient workflow and accurate testing.