Laboratory Technician

Overview Labatory Technican 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. Responsibilities About the role The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for ensuring that timely and quality results are produced. Responsibilities: + Ensure that all tasks are performed within both the time restraints and the relevant analysis standards. + Highlight anomalies in results and sample type and sample behavior from running basic tests. + Perform housekeeping duties as required. + Calibrate equipment as required. + Perform calculations as required when conducting analytical preparations. + Prepare samples to be analysed. + Control consumable stock required for the tasks performed. + Perform basic laboratory test. + Create and maintain standards and reagents. + Other duties as assigned. + Follow all company operating procedures, standards, policies, and training to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the site. + Play an active role in the ALS safety program by correcting or reporting unsafe acts and conditions that are observed during the day-to-day operations to create a zero-injury work environment. + Participate in and support HSE initiatives, as required by ALS leadership. + Understand and use HSE precautions (such as but not limited to fume hoods and PPE) while working with chemicals and samples of unknown hazards. + Ensure the health and safety of staff, contractors, and/or visitors by providing appropriate leadership, due diligence, resources, training, and enforcement for all individuals onsite. + Monitor and enforce the health, safety and environment policies, procedures and ensure compliance with the relevant regulations. + Actively promote awareness of these policies, procedures, and regulations amongst company personnel. + Actively support and participate in all OHS initiatives. Lead by example. + Report all personal injuries and incidents and assist with investigations as per company policy. + Ensure the company sites adhere to all environmental requirements as determined by government legislation, regulation, and company policy. About you + Minimum of high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) is required. + Associate degree is preferred. + 0-3 years of analytical laboratory experience is preferred. + Proficient verbal and written communication skills. + Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. + Proficient computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office. + Must be able to initiate corrective action without prompting and assist co-workers whenever necessary to meet deadlines. + Must be able to effectively perform duties under pressures arising from large sample volumes and short turn-around times. + Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. + Ability to use (or learn to use) Laboratory Information Management System. + Adheres to safety policies and practices. Working conditions + Must be able to lift (with both hands) and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move heavier loads with assistance. + Must be able to stand, bend, push, pull, stoop and crouch up to 50% of the time while performing the duties of this position. Qualifications 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. Our benefits include: + The hourly range could be set between $18 and $21. + Comprehensive benefit package (including: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, access to company perks) + Additional vacation days for years of service + Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company + Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more) 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 personalised 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 maintaining a workforce which reflects and affirms the diversity of our society. ALS is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. EOE AA Minority, Female, Veteran, Individuals with Disabilities Click Here to view the EEO is the Law poster Click Here to view the FMLA Law poster Click Here to view the EPPA Law Poster Click Here to view the Pay Transparency Provision Click Here to view company E-Verify Participation Poster ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Location US-CA-Irvine Job ID 4 Positions 1 Posted Date 8 hours ago (1/16/2025 2:34 PM) Category Technician Type Regular Full-Time OC ALSENV