Laboratory Assistant

Independently weigh prepared pulp for the analysis of geological samples. Uses correct methods in accordance with established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality.

• Specific Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment by following established safety rules and regulations and ALS best practices.

• Report all safety concerns to the Supervisor or Manager and participate in incident investigations when required.

• Operate and maintain analytical balances in accordance with ALS procedures.

• Accurately weigh pulp samples within ALS established weight ranges and standardized work instructions.

• Inspect prepared pulp samples for poor homogeneity (non- uniform grain sizes)

• Identify poorly prepared pulp samples and report to the supervisor or Manager.

• Repost all quality concerns to supervisor including equipment problems and suspected sample mix-ups while weighing. Corrects the problem with assistance from supervisor.

• Use Webview to locate, transport and update disposition of client samples by workorder or digestion run number.

• Wash labware using correct lab procedures to prevent cross contamination and maintain a good circulation of available test tubes and racks.

• Safely dispose sample solution waste using correct lab procedures.

• Recommend ideas for safety, quality, or productivity improvements.

• May create digestion run batches on Webview with assistance.

• May assist in training new employees.

• Other duties as assigned by the Manager/ Supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic computer skills in using software applications required.

• Good hand eye coordination.

• Good listening skills.

• Able to work in team setting.

• Good organizational skills.

• Quality and detail oriented individual.

• Ability to work independently or under supervision.

• Basic English communication skills required (verbal and written).

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months’ work experience in a production-oriented environment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 20lbs.

• Ability to sit and/or stand at a computer for up to 7.5 hours.

• Manual dexterity to perform repetitive tasks.