Sample Prep Technician

Job summary

Sample Preparation Technicians are responsible for accurately processing, crushing, and sieving client samples to ensure reliable laboratory results. They must also maintain production logs, adhere to safety standards, and perform general laboratory maintenance duties.

Job details

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future. At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data driven insights to build a healthier future Join a global leader in scientific testing and build a healthier, more sustainable future while developing hands-on technical skills that can grow into a rewarding, long-term career. You’ll join a diversified, supportive team where your work has a real impact. We invest in your growth and provide a safe inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Why This Role Matters Sample Preparation Technicians are an essential part of the laboratory testing workflow. Your work ensures that client samples are prepared accurately and efficiently so they can be analyzed and transformed into reliable results. These results drive critical decisions across the mining, environmental, industrial and related sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to begin or grow your career in a laboratory environment while working as part of a supportive and safety-focused team. What you’ll do Sample Processing: * Ringing, sieving (including International Soils), crushing and splitting samples under supervision * Load and unload drying oven Laboratory Operations & Maintenance * Maintain accurate production logs and following established procedures to ensure quality cand consistency * Perform general leaning duties to support lab cleanliness and assist with layout tasks as needed Safety & Compliance * Always Complying with ALS safety standards and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements * Other duties as assigned What you bring Core Qualifications * Strong hand eye coordination and attention to detail * Ability to work independently and as part of a team * Basic alphanumeric comprehension * Basic English communication skills (written and verbal) * Good Organizational habits and strong reliability Physical Requirements * Ability to lift up to 50lbs * Manual dexterity for repetitive tasks * Ability to stand for a full shift * Ability to be clean shaven to ensure proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) fit * Ability to wear PPE such as dust masks and gloves * Occasional desk-based tasks What we offer Competitive hourly wage $27.10 /hour at the time of posting. Individual compensation is determined by factors as job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training. Shift Premiums Afternoon Shift Premium $2.00/hour Current Shifts Available Days Shift including Saturday Afternoon Shift including Saturday At ALS you’ll join a diversified, supportive team where your work has a real impact. We invest in your growth and provide a safe, inclusive environing where everyone can thrive. Working at ALS The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognize excellence. At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that has a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities. 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 recognized and valued. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, First Nations, Metis and Inuit persons, members of minority groups, and persons living with disabilities. 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 resume & cover letter that best demonstrates your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role. Working at ALS The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities. 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. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, First Nations, Metis and Inuit persons, members of minority groups, and persons living with disabilities. 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 resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

What you’ll do

Sample Preparation Technicians are responsible for accurately processing, crushing, and sieving client samples to ensure reliable laboratory results. They must also maintain production logs, adhere to safety standards, and perform general laboratory maintenance duties.

Requirements

Candidates must possess strong hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, and the ability to perform manual tasks while standing for a full shift. The role requires the ability to lift up to 50lbs and maintain a clean-shaven appearance for proper PPE fit.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Additional vacation days
• Educational and training support
• Internal e-learning and development courses
• Shift premiums

Listed skills

• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Manual dexterity · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Sample preparation
• Laboratory operations
• Crushing
• Sieving
• Splitting samples
• Production logging
• Safety compliance
• PPE usage
• Hand-eye coordination
• Attention to detail
• Alphanumeric comprehension
• Organizational habits
• Manual dexterity
• Sample Preparation
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Workflow Management
• Lifting Ability
• Cleanliness
• Communication
• English Language
• Laboratory Testing
• Fine Motor Skills
• Operations
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Safety Standards
• Safety Assurance
• Soil Science
• Loading And Unloading
• Coordinating
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Science & Research
• Manufacturing
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Trades
• Sample Prep Technician
• Quality Control Laboratory Technician
• Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technicians
• Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
• Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians

More jobs from ALS