Metals Analyst

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA); Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 20,173 - 28,731; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

A leading environmental testing company in Cedar Falls is looking for a Metal's Analyst to prepare and analyze environmental samples. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM, with competitive starting pay and benefits, including health coverage and 401(k). Ideal candidates will hold a BS or BA in Chemistry and possess laboratory experience. We embrace diversity and are committed to sustainability.

Qualifications

• Laboratory experience is a plus.
• Professional working proficiency in English required.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze environmental samples.
• Perform routine lab tasks under supervision.
• Conduct chemical analyses using standard techniques.

Skills

Analytical Techniques

Data Recording

Laboratory Safety Standards

Chemical Analysis

Education

BS or BA in Chemistry or Related Field

Tools

Gas Chromatography

ICP

Job description

Overview

The Metal's Analyst prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and environmental protection methodology in compliance with Eurofins TestAmerica’s Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures.

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 TestAmerica’s environmental health safety and Quality assurance 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

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications

• BS or BA in chemistry or related field
• Laboratory experience is a plus
• Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)
• 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 indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday 1st shift, 8 AM- 4:30 PM with overtime as needed.

Pay range: $17.75 starting base pay range

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 section, 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.

We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.

Sustainability matters to us! We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives. We encourage our laboratory leaders to make sustainable changes at their local level, and in addition to their initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to help us to achieve this goal.

Find out more in our career page: careers.eurofins.com

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Note: This description reflects typical responsibilities and qualifications; it is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded as needed.