ALS Global Looking for General Assistant at Yellowknife, NT Full Time

Reports to: Client Services Supervisor

Shift: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm

About the Position:
This position is responsible for assisting with client bottle orders and to assist with the receiving and organizing of the returned samples for login.

Specific Responsibilities:

• General duties to support lab operations (can require client communication, sample login, shipping of samples and bottles);
• Organize workload to client requests;
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment; follow ALS Safety Manual and policies;
• Work in a team environment;
• Position is nominally for Monday to Friday day shift coverage, but extended, evening or weekend shifts may be required as needed to serve our customers;
• Prepare samples for shipment and complete waybills;
• Data entry into computer software (LIMS system);
• Participate in weekly rotation of janitorial duties such as sweeping and mopping floors, taking out garbage, and cleaning the bathroom;
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Good English communication skills required (auditory, verbal, writing, and reading);
• Basic user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and confident with computers;
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment;
• Well organized, with proven ability to meet strict deadlines;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Strong work ethic and willingness to take on varied tasks as required;
• Commitment to excellence and a client-focused attitude.

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent preferred;
• Some experience working in a warehouse or fast-paced environment is an asset;
• Some customer service experience is an asset;
• Valid provincial Class 5 driver’s license;
• Knowledge from high school science courses and/or basic lab safety is an asset.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs./23 kg on a regular basis and carry for short distances;
• Extensive walking or movement, bending, and kneeling for a full shift;
• Manual dexterity to perform intricate and/or repetitive tasks;
• Wear issued personal protective equipment (PPE) such as dust masks, gloves etc., when required.