Centek Chemist

SanAir Technologies Laboratory, Inc.; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid vacations & holidays

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

SanAir Technologies Laboratory, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Chemist for our VOC Organics team. This full-time position focuses on analyzing air samples using EPA TO-15 and TO-17 methods with GC and GC-MS, and supporting gravimetric and calibration workflows.

You will work with the Senior Analyst, perform QA/QC, data review and reporting, and help maintain precision sampling equipment and robotic systems. Overtime and occasional weekend shifts may be required to meet project deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Physical Science.
• 1–2 years lab experience preferred in a laboratory environment.
• Experience in GC and/or GC/MS analysis.
• Able to work independently with strong organizational skills.
• Familiarity with QA/QC and ISO 17025 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis of air samples following EPA TO-15 and TO-17.
• Assist gravimetric department in weighing particulate samples.
• Maintain and prepare precision sampling equipment using robotics.
• Maintain QA/QC lab protocols.
• Data review, validation and reporting.
• Lab equipment cleaning and maintenance.
• Troubleshoot issues.
• Complete other assigned tasks.

Skills

Independent work

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Physical Science

Tools

GC/GC-MS instrumentation

Gravimetric analysis

Robotic sampling systems

Job description

SanAir is looking to fill a full-time position in our Volatile (VOC) Organics department. We are seeking a Laboratory Chemist with GC and/or GC/MS experience along with being familiar with gravimetric.

The Laboratory Chemist will work directly with the Senior Analyst to execute sample analysis for TO-15 and TO-17 analysis using GC and GC/MS instrumentation. The candidate will also be assisting the gravimetric department along with our calibration department using robotic systems.

Shift

• Must be available to work overtime and occasional weekends as necessar

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform analysis of air samples in the environmental, LEED and Biogas industry following EPA method TO-15 and TO-17 protocol
• Will assist with the gravimetric department in weighing of particulate samples
• Will also require some maintenance and preparation of precision sampling equipment using robotics.
• Maintaining proper QA/QC lab protocol.
• Will involve data review, validation and reporting.
• Cleaning and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Troubleshooting problem issues.
• Will complete other tasks and duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or Physical Science
• One to two years of previous lab experience preferred must have some experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Previous background and experience in GC and/or GC/MS analysis.
• Must be able to work independently and have excellent organization skills
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced setting, multi-task, and prioritize assignments
• Have good communication, computer and typing, skills
• Familiarity with NELAC and ISO 17025 quality system standards a plus
• Be extremely reliable and punctual
• Be able to work independently and take initiative
• Medical
• Life & disability insurance
• Paid vacations & holidays
• Equal opportunity employer

We are dedicated to fostering a team environment in order to deliver the best results for our clients, and are always looking for the best and brightest individuals who can bring innovation and energy to our company.