{"id":821792,"url":"https://alion.io/job/als-balance-operator","title":"Balance Operator","company":{"id":449653,"name":"ALS","domain":"alsglobal.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/als-4","size_band":"201-500","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":76,"open_postings":27,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.963,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":28,"computed_at":"2026-09-28T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":null,"employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Prescot, United Kingdom"],"countries":["GB"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":27000,"max_usd":51000,"period":"year","method":"role_country_seniority_unknown","sample_n":483},"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-10T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-18","last_verified_at":"2026-09-28T19:04:44Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":19,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":19},"description":"At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.\nWhen you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.\nBalance Operator\nWe are looking for a motivated and detail-focusedBalance Operatorto join our laboratory team in Prescot. Reporting to the Departmental Manager, you will play an important role in providing accurate and precise measurements of commodities, supporting the efficient completion of analytical inspection processes within an ISO 17025 analytical laboratory. Previous experience in a similar role would be advantageous, but is not essential, as comprehensive training will be provided.\nAbout the Role:\nNumber of Roles: 3\n\nLocation: Prescot.\n\nHours Per Week: 37.5\n\nContract: Full Time & Permanent\n\nShift/Hours: The role includes an initial two-week training period working Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 16:00, followed by rotating shifts, Monday to Friday, of 06:00 - 14:00 and 13:30 - 21:30, with a £3,250 per annum shift allowance applicable.\n\nClosing Date: Friday 25th September 2026\n\nThe Day to Day\nMix and blend samples to ensure they are fully homogenised before weighing.\n\nWeigh samples accurately and efficiently.\n\nOperate and maintain weighing equipment.\n\nOperate and maintain sample-drying equipment.\n\nInterpret analytical data accurately.\n\nReplenish materials required to support laboratory processes.\n\nStore and distribute samples appropriately.\n\nEnsure throughput meets the requirements of the department.\n\nMaintain the Balance Room in a clean, tidy and organised condition.\n\nWork collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors and other stakeholders.\n\nUndertake other appropriate laboratory duties as required by Supervisors or Laboratory Managers.\n\nCarry out all activities in accordance with company policies and procedures, including safe working practices, the correct use of PPE, and the safe handling of chemicals and reagents.\n\nMaintain high standards of quality, accuracy and efficiency at all times.\n\nThe Essentials\nA positive attitude and a willingness to learn.\n\nA right-first-time mindset, with a strong focus on quality and accuracy.\n\nGood manual dexterity.\n\nGood organisational skills.\n\nThe ability to concentrate for extended periods.\n\nBasic English and Maths skills.\n\nBasic IT skills.\n\nGCSE English and Maths, or equivalent, would be desirable.\n\nFamiliarity with Microsoft packages would be desirable.\n\nPrevious laboratory experience, whether paid or voluntary, would be advantageous but is not essential.\n\nExperience in a similar role would be beneficial, although full training will be provided.\n\nAn understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities.\n\nOur Benefits Include:\nAttractive Salary\n\nShift Allowance\n\nPrivate Healthcare\n\nDiscretionary annual bonus\n\nLife Assurance\n\n25 days holiday plus bank holidays\n\n6% employer pension\n\nFree parking\n\nFully subsidised staff canteen\n\nWorking at ALS\nThe ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.\nOur values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.\nAt ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.\nWe want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.\nEveryone Matters\nALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.\nALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.\nEligibility\nTo be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.\nHow to apply\nPlease apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.","description_format":"text","description_chars":4191,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":null,"security_clearance":false,"languages":[{"language":"English","level":"Elementary (A1)","optional":false}]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Testing, Inspection & Certification","Medical Laboratories"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-12T13:03:18Z"}],"liveness":{"score":46,"band":"ok","label":"Likely open","p_open":1,"p_active":0.515,"p_room":0.9,"age_days":18,"expected_fill_days":28,"reasons":["conf:15","stale_co","velocity","win:mid","comp:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-09-28T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/als-balance-operator","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/als-balance-operator.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-29T00:40:41Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":519,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":4481,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-09-30T00:00:00Z"}}}