Sample Receiving Technician

Sample Receiving Technician 

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.  

About the role 

As a Sample Receiving Technician, your main responsibilities will be to receive and process samples from outside clients. 

Work Schedule:  Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm (with flexibility to work on weekends and overtime, based on volume) 

About you: 

• Proficient verbal and written communication skills. 

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 

• Proficient computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office. 

• Will receive samples from outside clients  

• Efficiently process 200+ samples daily. 

• Will accurately log samples into the laboratory LIMS system. 

• Will be responsible for transporting samples to appropriate storage locations and disposing of expired samples 

• Ensure compliance with assigned SOP’s, QA manual and ALS Client Service Manual. 

• Professional appearance and conduct to both ALS staff and clients. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Qualification: 

• Desire to work in an administrative position in a laboratory setting. 

• Detail oriented – able to accurately interpret and transcribe information from a client chain of custody into the laboratory computer system. 

• Good typing / data entry skills. 

• Familiarity with chemical symbols and general scientific terminology. 

• 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.  

• High School Diploma / GED required 

Physical Demands: 

• Must be able to sit, stand, bend, push, pull, stoop and/or crouch up to 100% of the time while performing the duties of this position. 

• 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. 

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: 

• Structured wage increases  

• 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 personalized 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.  
 
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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.