Chemistry Lab Assistant I

Analytical Resource Laboratories (ARL) is a third-party contract laboratory specializing in microbiological and chemical testing of food, cosmetics, and dietary supplements. ARL has been offering analytical testing services for 23 years. We are looking for a team member with a background in analytical chemistry, microbiology, biophysics, or a closely related field, who is highly motivated, has a great desire to learn, is a quick learner, competent, meticulous, tech-savvy, with excellent communication and organizational skills, personable, and a proactive individual who is willing to wear multiple hats and embrace a "can-do" attitude to join our laboratory.

Our team is seeking a team player who can thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressure work environment to join our robust, hardworking, intelligent, responsible, adaptive, positive, accountable, and amazing team! The successful candidate has the drive to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure work environment. This is an excellent entry-level position for individuals who love science and who wish to gain valuable experience and cultivate industry knowledge and skills in a third-party laboratory industry.

Position Overview

Working closely with a Team Lead and/or under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager, the Chemistry Lab Assistant is responsible for performing sample preparation and testing according to approved standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintaining laboratory records, and supporting laboratory operations.

This position requires adherence to established laboratory practices, ARL policies, and applicable quality and regulatory requirements while working effectively in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

Sample Preparation, Testing & Identification

Complete sample preparation and testing in a timely manner, according to approved SOPs and correct techniques.

Classify and label samples according to established protocols.

Laboratory Housekeeping, Safety & Waste Management

Clean and sterilize laboratory workspace and equipment.

Provide support for lab-specific waste management.

Maintain laboratory cleanliness at all times.

Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for proper laboratory practices.

Comply with all ARL workplace policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations.

Documentation & Records Management

Maintain accurate and compliant laboratory records

Document all activities in accordance with ARL requirements

Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance

Adhere to all applicable GLP, GMP, and ISO regulations

Comply with ARL quality standards, workplace policies, and safety procedures

Support compliance with laboratory quality and operational requirements

Training & Proficiency

Successfully complete all required training, including skills and proficiency testing, within required timeframes.

Successfully complete all required proficiency testing, administrative and HR training, and onboarding procedures.

Additional Responsibilities

Complete special projects as assigned.

Perform all duties and projects as assigned by ARL leadership.

Job Requirements & Expectations

Workplace & Professional Expectations

Comply with ARL's values and workplace policies.

Communicate professionally with team members and leadership to resolve issues.

Contribute to a positive and ethical work environment.

Remain calm, focused, and effective under pressure.

Follow established procedures for conflict resolution.

Handle fast-paced, high-pressure work demands with confidence and professionalism.

Demonstrate success as a team player.

Maintain and build team morale.

Adapt skillfully and professionally to changing demands.

Scheduling & Availability

Work within a schedule that allows testing to be completed and reported on time.

Available to work five (5) days per week, if required.

Available to work weekends.

Follow work schedule and attendance/time-off requirements.

Physical & Compliance Requirements

Able to lift at least 50 pounds.

Ability to pass drug testing and background checks.

Abide by ARL's drug testing, background check, and drug-free workplace policies.

Must live within 50 miles of the laboratory location.

Technical & System Expectations

Demonstrate knowledge of the metric system, scientific applications, experimental design, and data evaluation.

Ability to work in a GMP/GLP-regulated laboratory environment.

COMPENSATION RATE DEPENDENT ON RELEVANT INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

ABOUT ARL

• Analytical Resource Laboratories LLC is a third-party quality testing laboratory in the food, cosmetics, dietary supplements, and pharmaceutical industry. It was established on January 1, 2000. In 2015, ARL partnered with Tentamus North America, Inc., a network of laboratories headquarter in Germany, to form International Contract Laboratories, LLC. We celebrate 22 years of serving the industry. We offer microbiology and chemistry testing services, as well as method development, to manufacturers, retailers, raw material providers, and even consumers. On June 1, 2021, ARL acquired EuTech Scientific Services, Inc. ARL laboratories are located in Utah, Arizona, Florida, and New Jersey. We continue to grow and expand to serve our partners across the United States.
• ARL’s motto of “Doing it right, on time, every time,” not only means executing the right work to produce quality results professionally but doing what is right legally, morally, and ethically. Our greatest strength is in walking the moral high ground that drives our work, relationships, character, and leadership. They are reflected in the way we build our success and in the way we treat each other and our colleagues in the business, even our competitors. Doing it right is what sets us apart.

VISION

“To be the best quality lab in the industry founded on a championship culture of leaders who inspire good and elevate life wherever we go, doing what we exist to do”

MISSION

We exist to provide experience, professionalism, and value in world-leading analytical testing services at the highest level of integrity, reliability, timeliness, and accuracy by the best and greatest people.

VALUES

Experience: We stand for the highest level of performance, proficiency, and drive because ...

… we perfect our craft and seek learning anywhere, anytime.

… we don’t just avoid errors; we achieve excellence.

… we state our intentions and take deliberate actions.

… we embrace change and better ways of thinking.

This is how we do it right.

Professionalism: We manifest total commitment to doing our absolute best because …

… we exercise integrity, honesty, and transparency.

… we are effective, accountable, and reliable.

… we demonstrate that leadership is an active choice, not a passive position.

… we deliver accuracy and quality in all our work.

… we take ownership of our stewardship.

This is who we are.

Value: We empower ourselves to bring value to those whose lives we impact by …

… building bridges of partnerships and service.

… inspiring moral discipline and character.

… creating authentic chemistry in our relationships.

… elevating the world through the results of our work.

The world is a better place because we are here.

OUR WORK

We often hear the phrase “Don’t overpromise and under-deliver.” We do not make promises we cannot keep and represent what we aren’t. ARL is committed to truth and honesty. In our partnerships, our on-time timeline is driven by professional ethics to do the right work to produce correct results. We strive to fulfill the quality needs of our partners by setting reasonable expectations and realistic results. In our journey with our team, we do the same. No, we do not overpromise and under-deliver. Our goal is to deliver the unexpected. We set performance standards and realistic expectations for growth from advancement to progression. When you grow, we grow. When you perform, we deliver. We want you to