Laboratory Assistant, Rack Management

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.

Join ALS and play an essential role in supporting the analysis of geological samples. As a Rack Management Laboratory Assistant, you will help keep laboratory operations organized, efficient, and on schedule. You will work with a supportive team while developing practical laboratory, documentation, and workflow-management skills in a fast-paced environment.

About the Role In this position, you will be responsible for managing sample solutions and performing laboratory support activities that help our teams deliver accurate, timely results to our clients. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is organized, dependable, quality-focused, and comfortable working independently.

What You’ll DoManage Inventory:
Organize and maintain the department’s sample-solution storage area, ensuring samples are handled, stored and disposed of safely and on time Support Lab Operations:
Wash and leach sample racks and prepare instrument solutions, sample dilutions, and instrument batches as directed

Keep Operations Flowing:
Update priority and rush lists, assist with production records, and adapt to changing production needs to meet turnaround times

Maintain Quality & Safety:
Follow all standard operating procedures, quality requirements, and safety protocols while using safe work practices

Collaborate:
Troubleshoot issues as needed and perform other related duties as assigned by the Lab Manager

What You’ll Bring

Experience:

High School diploma or equivale post-secondary chemistry coursework or at least one year of laboratory experience in analytical chemistry (or related field is preferred)

Skills:

Strong analytical and mechanical aptitude, with practical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Organization:
Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities efficiently

Communication & Tech:
Effective written & verbal English communication skills, plus proficiency in Microsoft Occie (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Work Style : A dependable, quality focused approach with the ability to work independently and contribute effectively to a team Physical Demands Ability to lift up to 20 lbs Ability to sit and/or stand for up to 7.5 hours per day Manual dexterity to perform repetitive laboratory tasks

Willingness to work in a 24/7 operation, including day, afternoon, and overnight shifts, as well as weekends

Why Work at ALS?

At ALS, you’ll be part of a global team that supports important work across the environmental, resources, and industrial sectors. We provide opportunities to build your laboratory experience, learn new skills, and grow your career in a quality-driven environment.

Benefits may include:

Estimated pay of $21.48 CAD per hour at the time of posting, additional shift premiums available for afternoon and night shifts

Comprehensive benefits based on employee status, including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company perks, life and disability insurance, and employee assistance and wellness programs

Retirement plan with company matching

Additional vacation days based on years of service

Support for education and training after nine months of employment

Learning and development opportunities, including unlimited access to e-learning

Please note:

Individual compensation is based on factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education, and training. Benefits vary based on employee status.

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