Environmental Lab Analyst I — GC/GC-MS & EPA Methods

Eurofins USA Environment Testing; Earth City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurofins USA Environment Testing in Earth City, MO seeks entry-level Analyst I for a full-time, year-round 1st shift (Tue–Sat) role. You will prepare and analyze environmental samples using EPA methods, with responsibilities ranging from sample prep to data reporting.

Training on advanced instrumentation is provided and growth opportunities exist. Qualified candidates have an Associate degree in Chemistry or related experience, good math skills, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Reading, writing and speaking skills

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’ EHS and QA standards
• Responsible for general housekeeping in his/her 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
• The ideal candidate would possess: Reading, writing and speaking skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team participation and meeting management skills
• Time management and organization skills
• Ability to use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
• Ability to complete work within time and quality constraints
• Can work independently following written or verbal instructions
• Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing
• Able to 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

Skills

Reading, writing and speaking skills

Problem solving skills

Team participation

Time management

Cooperate and coordinate

Safety procedures

Strong organization

Detail oriented

Education

Associate of Science degree in Chemistry or equivalent experience

Tools

LIMs software

Gas Chromatography

Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry

Atomic absorption

ICP

Instrument data systems

Job description

Eurofins USA Environment Testing in Earth City, MO seeks entry-level Analyst I for a full-time, year-round 1st shift (Tue–Sat) role. You will prepare and analyze environmental samples using EPA methods, with responsibilities ranging from sample prep to data reporting.

Training on advanced instrumentation is provided and growth opportunities exist. Qualified candidates have an Associate degree in Chemistry or related experience, good math skills, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.