Laboratory Assistant (Asbestos)

EMSL is seeking a Laboratory Assistant in Montreal, QC. No laboratory experience is required, just a desire to learn technical skills and become proficient in common laboratory practices and procedures. On-the-job training will be provided for all new employees.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receive environmental samples and enter Chain of Custody into LIMS system
• Review paperwork for all incoming samples to ensure completeness and correctness
• Quality control of samples to ensure sample integrity
• Transfer samples based on priority to appropriate custody locations
• Coordinate and perform sample-related activities, including shipping and receiving, processing and administration
• Generate reports, invoices, and enter data produced by analysts into the computer system for the production of the final, client ready report
• Ensure the final report is prepared and that the results are reported to the client in a timely manner
• Assist with internal and external client questions via phone, e-mail, and in person
• Act as a liaison between clients and laboratory staff
• Preparation and analysis of air samples for asbestos content using PCM (Phase Contrast Microscopy), and all ancillary quality control procedures
• Determination of visual percentage and optical properties of asbestos and non-asbestos material
• Perform quality control practices per company Quality Assurance/Quality Control manual
• Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment as needed
• Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the manager

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Authorization to work in Canada indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Some laboratory experience either in academic or commercial setting is a plus
• Bilingual in English and French
• Experience in administration, data entry, and customer service
• Proficient in MS Office
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clientele
• Ability to work in a high volume environment
• Ability to stand and sit for various lengths of time
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs.
• Effective time management, organizational skills, and ability to multi- task and prioritize with minimal assistance

Available Shift:
Position is full-time Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Saint Laurent are encouraged to apply.
EMSL Canada offers supplemental benefits and paid time off. The pay rate for this position is $23.00 per hour.
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EMSL Canada is an equal opportunity employer