Laboratory Analyst (GC) - Eurofins Environment Testing - Lancaster, PA

Position Summary: The Analyst I prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
Regular attendance and punctuality
Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs. These include:
Preparation of samples using standard techniques
Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques
Calculating data
Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor
Performing routine instrument maintenance
Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America’s environmental, health and safety and quality assurance standards
Responsible for general housekeeping in work area
Ability to become trained and competent on complex instrumentation including but not limited to gas chromatography, gas chromatography/mass spectrometry, atomic absorption, ICP, and instrument specific data systems.
Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods
Aliquots and weighs samples
Washes glassware
Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
Performs other duties as assigned
This role will be located at the Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Environment testing lab in Lancaster, PA. Must be willing to train offsite at the Richmond, VA Industrial Hygiene lab.
Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ):
Education/Experience (BMQ):
Education:
BS or BA in chemistry or related field. 3 years laboratory experience may substitute for degree.
Experience:
Laboratory experience helpful
Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)
Ability and/or Skills (BMQ):
Reading, writing and speaking skills
Problem solving skills
Team participation and meeting management skills
Time management and organization skills
Use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
Complete work within time and quality constraints
Work independently following written or verbal instructions
Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing
Follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines:
Organic preparation
Metals preparation and analysis
Gas Chromatography
Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
Radio Chemistry
Wet Chemistry
High Resolution preparation and analysis
Low Resolution preparation and analysis
Must be willing to train in Richmond, VA.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No