Night-Shift Lab Analyst I - 12-Month Role

Talentburst,-Inc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Solutions Services, LLC is seeking a Night Shift Lab Analyst I in Kansas City, MO for a 12-month duration. The role performs routine analytical testing and provides data for process control, quality control, and development teams.

Expect 12-hour shifts from 7pm to 7am, with rotating days every few months. The position requires a high school diploma and at least 1 year of lab experience, plus strong communication and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and at least 1 year of lab experience.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with ability to analyze results against standards.
• Ability to diagnose common instrument issues with minimal assistance.
• Multitask and prioritize workload to maximize lab productivity.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical testing according to protocols and work instructions.
• Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Prepare solutions, clean glassware, and manage waste per procedures.
• Operate Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and CDS systems.
• Record, calculate, and report analytical data accurately.
• Train others on waste management and safety practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication

Multi-tasking

Problem diagnosis

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

HPLC

GC

Job description

Title -Lab Assistant
Duration - 12 Months
Location - Kansas City MO

Hours are 7pm - 7am - 12 hour shifts

Lab Analyst I
Night Shift
This position performs routine testing on all samples in the Analytical Services laboratory, providing analytical data for process control, quality control, process development, product development, and waste management. Employee will be required to work eight hours shifts, and rotating days within shift every three to four months. KC Quality Control lab is a 24 hours production site that operates on three shifts.
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine analytical testing as directed by protocols and work instructions.
• Work a variety of shifts (including weekends and holidays).
• Request additional work to increase team productivity.
• Prepare solutions, clean glassware, dispose of solid/liquid waste and other duties to help in the overall operations of the laboratory.
• Train others on waste management.
• Alert lab leadership of issues or discrepancies involving sample integrity, supply inventory, safety concerns, or analysis irregularities.
• Communicate troubleshooting opportunities in testing processes.
• Perform routine analytical testing as directed by protocols and work instructions.
• Work a variety of shifts (including weekends and holidays).
• Request additional work to increase team productivity.
• Conduct basic (operational) preventative maintenance according to work instructions. Identify and communicate operational issues of laboratory instruments and equipment KPIs Understand and operate Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Chromatography Data System (CDS) system, and other instrument specific computer systems.
• Search various databases for test methods, specifications, and standards to locate information required to complete analyses.
• Promptly and accurately record, calculate and report analytical results.
• Review analytical data and various LIMS reports.
• Communicate and discuss any issues with team members and supervisor.
• Complete data entry for metrics and KPIs Identify process improvement ideas and communicate opportunities.
• Assist in improving established procedures and implementing continuous improvement projects.
• Communicate testing results to customers as required; act with customers in mind. Notify leads when supplies/consumables are at critical levels.
• Observe good safety and housekeeping practices.
• Participate in lab/site safety programs and cross site initiatives.
• Maintain knowledgeable of RCRA hazardous waste regulations, waste determinations, waste codes, and how to immediately communicate discovery of spills and leaks

Required Qualifications:
• High school diploma + a minimum of 1-year lab experience
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• High attention to details and an ability to analyze outcomes against a standard.
• Ability to diagnose the typical instrument problems with little or no assistance and provide assistance to others.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload to optimize efficiency and productivity of the laboratory.

Preferred Qualifications:
• 3+ years laboratory experience
• Understands basic HPLC and GC operation.

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