Laboratory Assistant— Seasonal/Summer Part Time

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.

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.
• Store and dispose of samples properly.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or laboratory experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of good laboratory practice.
• Comfortable in a 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.
• Able to see to read reports and operate equipment.
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.