Associate Chemist - Environment Testing - HRMS Prep - 2nd Shift, Tues-Sat

Eurofins US Network; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Dental and vision options

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) in Lancaster, PA is seeking an Associate Chemist to prepare and analyze environmental samples using standard techniques. The role may involve standing, handling organic solvents and lab equipment, and requires strict adherence to SOPs and QA programs.

This position focuses on HRMS and other preparatory methods, with training provided. The 2nd shift runs 2pm-10:30pm Tue-Sat, with training Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pm. Full-time with benefits.

Qualifications

• BS or BA in Chemistry or related field, Associate Degree, or 2 years of related lab experience.
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including reading, writing and speaking in English.
• Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience with methods and programs.
• Preparation of samples using standard techniques.
• Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques.
• Evaluation and quantification of data.
• Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor.
• Performing routine instrument maintenance.
• Responsible for keeping personal training documentation current and accurate.
• Responsible for timely completion of QC samples (MDL, LOD/LOQ, PT).
• Documents NCMs for projects with quality issues.
• Understands backlog reports to manage workload.
• Works under close supervision using routine methods.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Responsible for general housekeeping in work area.
• Proficient with IDOCs for methods in the department.
• Compliance with health, safety and QA standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

BS/BA in Chemistry

Associate degree

2 years lab experience (in lieu of degree)

Job description

Lancaster, PA, USA

Full-time

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Associate Chemist prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to approved scientific methodology in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures (SOPs). This position can be physical job that may require standing for long periods, working with organic solvents, laboratory glassware and specialized equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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

• Evaluation and quantification of data

• Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor

• Performing routine instrument maintenance

• Competency in complex instrumentation instrument specific software (training is provided)

• Responsible for keeping personal training documentation (training records, IDOC/DOC) current and accurate

• Responsible for timely completion of assigned/scheduled QC samples (MDL, LOD/LOQ, PT)

• As required, documents NCMs for projects with quality issues

• Understands and utilizes backlog reports to manage personal workload

• Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods

• Regular attendance and punctuality

• Responsible for general housekeeping in work area

• Proficient with IDOCs, for assigned methods carried out in the department

• Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Eurofins Environment health and safety and quality assurance standards

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision

• Inventories and stocks laboratory supplies

• Washes and inventories glassware

• Purges analyzed samples

• Assists in other areas of laboratory when needed

• Additional duties as assigned

Follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines. This role will focus on HRMS sample preparation.

• Organic preparation

• Metals preparation and analysis

• PFAS sample preparation

• HRMS sample preparation

• Gas Chromatography

• Mass Spectrometry

• Radio Chemistry

• Wet Chemistry

• High Resolution preparation and analysis

• Low Resolution preparation and analysis

Position is 2nd shift, 2pm-10:30pm, Tues-Sat. Training will be M-F 7am-3:30pm.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications

• BS or BA in Chemistry or related field, Associate Degree, or 2 years of related laboratory experience in lieu of degree.

• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.

• Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship

Ideal Candidates will have:

• Previous experience with organic sample prep

• Previous experience in a lab or production setting

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally.

• Able to interpret written materials and communicate findings effectively.

• Demonstrated ability to identify issues, analyze root causes, and propose practical solutions.

• Applies critical thinking to evaluate options and make decisions.

• Effective collaboration skills to contribute to team goals and support department productivity goals

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.

• Effectively balances multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy.

• Comfortable using mathematical formulas and tools to perform calculations and analyze data.

• Consistently delivers high-quality work within established timelines and specifications.

• Able to work independently, following written or verbal instructions with minimal oversight.

• Strong interpersonal skills; able to coordinate tasks and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Additional Information

Pay rate: $18-19/hour + 10% shift differential

Please note - Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

*The benefits package offered will vary based on the employee’s full-time or part-time regular status.

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