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ALS · 5 hours ago

Laboratory Technician 2

Kansas City, KS

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

ALS is a global team that harnesses scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future. The Laboratory Technician 2 will be responsible for ensuring timely and quality results are produced while performing various laboratory duties and maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards.

Professional ServicesTest and Measurement

Responsibilities

Ensure that all tasks are performed within time restraints and according to relevant quality and safety policies and procedures

Use results from test method(s) in calculations to further characterize the data (i.e. Calculated Cetane Index, Viscosity Index, etc.)

Prepare and/or aliquot samples as part of a sample preparation step for all required tests. When applicable load samples on automated instrumentation that has been validated following method quality requirements

Perform routine daily and/or weekly verification(s) and/or calibration(s) on equipment and instrumentation following method quality requirements. Some methods will require a minimum Level 3 or 4 based on complexity and quality risk level

Perform analysis on samples through direct testing (i.e. wet chemistry). The minimum level required to perform some methods will vary depending on complexity of the method, safety risk level, and quality risk level

Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and/or instrumentation as required by the method. The minimum level required to perform preventative maintenance on some equipment and/or instrumentation will vary depending on the complexity of the task, safety risk level and quality risk level

Perform calculations as required when conducting analytical preparations

Perform sample preparation for multiple testing requirements

Perform housekeeping duties as required. This includes assisting with storage and disposal of client samples

Monitor inventory levels for supplies and reagents required for test methods

Prepare and maintain standards and reagents. Some standards will require a minimum Level 2 depending on the complexity and quality risk

Generate, accumulate, handle, work near, transport, and dispose of hazardous wastes

Collect, store, and label any hazardous waste generated in compliance with the ALS policy

Contribute to sample receival process including opening packages, sorting mail and data entry

Participate in shift hand overs to ensure smooth transition

Identify continuous improvement activities for the site

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Instrumentation analysisQuality assurance/controlLaboratory experienceMicrosoft OfficeLaboratory Information Management SystemMulti-taskVerbal communicationWritten communicationOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Required

High school diploma/GED is required

5+ years of experience with instrumentation used for analysis

Quality assurance/control experience with ISO 17025 or other quality standards associated with laboratory protocols

Proficient verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Proficient computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office and Office 365

Must behave in accordance to ALS core values of honesty and integrity, exceeding client expectations, belief in ability, hard work and continuous improvement, doing it better, celebrating success, and safety as a priority

Must be able to effectively perform duties under pressure arising from large sample volumes and short turn-around times

Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision

Ability to multi-task

Ability to use (or learn to use) Laboratory Information Management System

Routinely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move heavier loads with assistance

Must be able to stand, bend, push, pull, stoop and crouch up to 50% of the time while performing the duties of this position

Must be able to work on computer while sitting for up to 8 hours per day