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Specific Responsibilities:
Multiple analysis;
Training of new laboratory assistants;
General supervisory duties; ensuring staff are working as efficiently as possible
Glassware cleaning and labware maintenance;
Sample flow and archiving;
Sample preparation or processing:
Weighing and/or scooping soil;
Adding extraction solution;
Shaking and filtering the soil and extraction solution;
Transferring extraction to test tubes
Sieving soil
Data archiving;
Monitoring of any controlled equipment;
Restocking of laboratory consumables/chemicals;
General laboratory clean-up and maintenance;
Operate and maintain simple laboratory equipment;
Generation of worklists and data entry
Organize workload to meet Turn Around Times (TATs)
Perform all required record-keeping and documentation;
Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality;
Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures;
Other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs./14 kg on a regular basis and carry for short distances;
Ability to climb stairs;
Wear issued personal protective equipment (PPE) such as dust masks, gloves etc., when required;
Manual dexterity to perform intricate and/or repetitive tasks;
Ability to stand for up to a full shift;
Ability to sit at a desk and do general office work, which includes periodic sedentary responsibilities;
You may be exposed to unpleasant fumes.