Laboratory Technician

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Overview:

ALS Group is a diversified international analytical laboratory and testing services group which first established its operations in Queensland, Australia in 1975. The company processes more than 10 million samples per annum and is one of the largest analytical laboratory groups in the world. Its staff of over 11,000 operates out of over 300 locations in 50-plus countries throughout Australia, North America, South America, Africa, Europe and Asia.

The ALS Environmental Division provides high quality and dependable analytical testing data to assist consulting and engineering firms, industry, and government agencies around the world in making informed decisions for environmental projects. For more information please visit .

Seasonal/Summer Laboratory Tech - Seasonal/Summer Part Time and Full Time available; shifts may vary

Location: ALS Environmental Division- Middletown Pa

Reports to: Metals Department Supervisor

General Accountability:


The primary purpose of this position is to flex between departments to help with the priorities for that day.


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Responsibilities:


Specific Responsibilities:

• Discarding of expired samples
• Organize the daily cleaning and preparation of various laboratory glassware.
• Aliquoting samples for the laboratory
• Checking samples for pH and chlorine
• Will be responsible for transporting samples to appropriate storage locations
• Scanning paperwork and working on the computer
• Ensure compliance with assigned SOP's, QA manual and Safety policies.
• Professional appearance and conduct to both ALS staff and clients.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications:

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Detail oriented - able to accurately interpret and transcribe information
• Good typing / data entry skills.
• Have a demonstrated ability to communicate well in English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to multi-task and work as part of a team.
• Proven ability to learn new concepts quickly.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma

Physical Demands:

• The 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.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs on a consistent basis (may request and use a dolly for situations requiring heavy loads).
• Dexterity in hands and fingers to operate equipment and handle glassware.
• Must have average vision and able to see to read reports and operate equipment.
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.

We would like to thank everyone for their interest in ALS Environmental but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


"ALS Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving and maintaining a workforce which reflects and affirms the diversity of our society"


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Everyone Matters


ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.
ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.



Eligibility


To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.




How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.