Sample Receptionist

Location

Vegreville, AB | Canada

Job description

Sample Receptionist

InnoTech Alberta is seeking a Sample Receptionist to work with our Chemical Testing Team. This job is based in Vegreville, Alberta.

Are you our next Sample Receptionist? You would be a good fit for this position if you:  

• Have an aptitude for organization, safety, and a willingness to learn.
• Have an aptitude for computers and software use and can confidently learn latest information management software.
• Are highly detailed orientated and excel at paying exact attention to your work.
• Enjoy working both independently and as part of a team where work is highly interconnected.
• Have a desire to grow and learn within a highly interdisciplinary group.

We are game changers.  

InnoTech Alberta, a wholly owned subsidiary of Alberta Innovates, is a leading Research and Technology Organization established by the Government of Alberta to serve the needs of industry, innovation ecosystem & academia. Offering a diversified range of scientific, engineering, and technological research expertise and experience, and unique industrial-scale research infrastructure, equipment, and demonstration facilities, InnoTech Alberta accelerates and de-risks technology research, development, and deployment with focus on industrial solutions and innovation advancement. With a reputation for quality service and a long history of impacts in Alberta’s economy going back a century, our multidisciplinary team has the depth of experience to work across all sectors, from energy to environment to fibre and bio-industrial materials.

Intrigued? Here’s some more information about the position:  

Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor, the responsibilities of this role include, but not limited to:

• Log incoming samples, client and data information into our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) software.
• Confirm receipt and status of samples with clients.
• Ensure samples are adequate for required analysis and document any contamination or deficiencies.
• Catalogue, store and distribute to appropriate person/laboratory for analysis.
• Maintain sample inventory and disposal records.
• Liaise with transport companies regarding incoming and outgoing samples.
• Prepare samples for expedition into the laboratory; may include pouring off, filtering and/or preserving the sample when necessary.
• Maintain reception room organization and cleanliness (general housekeeping).
• Assist in generating safe administrative work procedures, responding to and implementing changes as prescribed by the Quality Officer.

Educational Requirement:

• High School Diploma: Post-Secondary Diploma in Chemical Technology or related field is preferred.

Experience and Qualifications we are looking for:

• Computer knowledge including proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word

Skills Required:

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative and execute assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Strong verbal, written, listening, collaborative, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift up to 10 kg.
• Adaptable and flexible to changing work environments.
• Critical thinking ability

Why InnoTech Alberta?

We offer our employees opportunities to work on projects that will expand their skill sets while witnessing the visible impacts of their efforts. We value the development of our employees and create opportunities for working in capacities that allow new skills to be learned. We know that the wellness of our team is the most important part of our business, so we offer a strong benefits package and generous vacation and paid time off programs to promote work-life balance.  

The final candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance. All interviewees must be able to meet the requirement specified in the Physical Demand Analysis. This document will be supplied during the interview process to the successful candidate. This competition will remain open until a successful candidate is found.   

INNOTECH IS COMMITTED TO THE PRINCIPLE OF EQUITY IN EMPLOYMENT AND ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS. WE WISH TO THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR THEIR INTEREST. HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE INVITED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.  

Employment Status: Regular

Hours bi-weekly: 72.5

Classification: TB

Pay Grade: 04 Step 01

Annual Salary: $47,893

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