Posted 3 days ago
Laboratory Assistant, Rack Management
@ ALS Canada Ltd.
North Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
ALS Canada Ltd. is hiring a Rack Management Laboratory Assistant to manage sample-solution storage and support lab operations for geological sample analysis. The work covers rack washing, instrument solution and dilution prep, and updating priority lists under a 24/7 schedule. Pay is estimated at $21.48 CAD per hour, with shift premiums for afternoon and night work.
Responsibilities:
- Manage sample-solution storage and disposal on time
- Wash and leach racks, prepare instrument solutions and dilutions
- Update priority and rush lists and production records
- Follow SOPs, quality and safety protocols
Requirements summary:
- High school diploma or post-secondary chemistry, or one year lab experience
- Strong analytical and mechanical aptitude
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Effective English communication and Microsoft Office skills
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Laboratory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · lift 20 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, Women, People with disabilities |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Fields of study | chemistry |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness, Paid training |
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ALS Canada Ltd.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 60 |
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 ALS and play an essential role in supporting the analysis of geological samples. As a Rack Management Laboratory Assistant, you will help keep laboratory operations organized, efficient, and on schedule. You will work with a supportive team while developing practical laboratory, documentation, and workflow-management skills in a fast-paced environment.
About the Role
In this position, you will be responsible for managing sample solutions and performing laboratory support activities that help our teams deliver accurate, timely results to our clients. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is organized, dependable, quality-focused, and comfortable working independently.
What You’ll Do
Manage Inventory: Organize and maintain the department’s sample-solution storage area, ensuring samples are handled, stored and disposed of safely and on time
Support Lab Operations: Wash and leach sample racks and prepare instrument solutions, sample dilutions, and instrument batches as directed
Keep Operations Flowing: Update priority and rush lists, assist with production records, and adapt to changing production needs to meet turnaround times
Maintain Quality & Safety: Follow all standard operating procedures, quality requirements, and safety protocols while using safe work practices
Collaborate: Troubleshoot issues as needed and perform other related duties as assigned by the Lab Manager
What You’ll Bring
Experience: High School diploma or equivale post-secondary chemistry coursework or at least one year of laboratory experience in analytical chemistry (or related field is preferred)
Skills: Strong analytical and mechanical aptitude, with practical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Organization: Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities efficiently
Communication & Tech: Effective written & verbal English communication skills, plus proficiency in Microsoft Occie (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Work Style: A dependable, quality focused approach with the ability to work independently and contribute effectively to a team
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
- Ability to sit and/or stand for up to 7.5 hours per day
- Manual dexterity to perform repetitive laboratory tasks
- Willingness to work in a 24/7 operation, including day, afternoon, and overnight shifts, as well as weekends
Why Work at ALS?
At ALS, you’ll be part of a global team that supports important work across the environmental, resources, and industrial sectors. We provide opportunities to build your laboratory experience, learn new skills, and grow your career in a quality-driven environment.
Benefits may include:
- Estimated pay of $21.48 CAD per hour at the time of posting,
- Shift Premium Afternoon: +$2.00/hour
Night: +$4.00/hour
- Comprehensive benefits based on employee status, including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company perks, life and disability insurance, and employee assistance and wellness programs
- Retirement plan with company matching
- Additional vacation days based on years of service
- Support for education and training after nine months of employment
- Learning and development opportunities, including unlimited access to e-learning
Please note: Individual compensation is based on factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education, and training. Benefits vary based on employee status.
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.
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