Lab Analyst I- 2nd Shift

Materion; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 37,443 - 46,232; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials science company in Massachusetts is seeking a Lab Analyst I to perform sample preparation and analytical testing in support of their quality management system. This role requires a minimum of a high school diploma and two years of relevant analytical experience, with a preference for candidates holding a degree in a STEM field. Excellent communication skills and the ability to operate in compliance with ISO 17025 standards are essential. The position offers a pay range from $27.18 to $33.56 per hour.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant analytical experience required.
• Must be proficient in English for communication.
• Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation and analytical testing.
• Manage data supporting ISO 17025 management system.
• Provide training to other lab personnel as required.

Skills

Analytical testing

Sample preparation

Communication skills

Decision making

Manual dexterity

Education

Two- or four-year degree in STEM field

High school diploma or GED

Job description

**JOB PURPOSE AND REPORTING STRUCTURE:**The *Lab Analyst I* performs sample preparation, performs analytical testing, and manages data in support of Materion's requirements for customers and the ISO 17025 management system. The *Lab Analyst I* reports to the *Senior Analytical Chemist* or *Analytical Lab Supervisor* as appropriate, with dotted line responsibility to the department lead. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** *include the following. Other duties may be assigned.* Work with *Lab Analyst II, Sr Lab Analyst,* and the department leadto receive training, use the QMS software to access and acknowledge training documents and work instructions. Provide some basic/intermediate training to other lab personnel on analytical methods and practices when required. **QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:** *To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed on the next page are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* **EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:** Preference will be given to candidates with a two- or four-year degree (preferably in a STEM field). High school diploma, technical school, or GED required at a minimum, coupled with 2 or more years of relevant analytical experience. **TECHNICAL SKILLS:** Follow directions to fulfill requirements for ISO 17025 accreditation**LANGUAGE SKILLS:** As this role requires effective communication with other employees and the comprehension of customer specifications and other technical documents, the individual must be very proficient in speaking and writing the English language. **REASONING ABILITY:** Sound decision making skills are a pre-requisite. Also, the individual must be able to take decisive action based on limited input and also determine when a decision requires supervisory input. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or touch objects, tools or controls; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel and crouch. Specific visions abilities required by this job include close vision. Good manual dexterity is required for the completion of precise and accurate tasks in a repeatable fashion.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to low concentrations of fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. All such exposures are customarily within limits established by federal and state regulatory bodies. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. Use of PPE is required to perform certain job functions.*The above statement reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.*Pay Range:$27.18-$33.56*Actual base salary offered varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location.*