Analytical Chemist I

Analytical Food Laboratories•Grand Prairie, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Tentamus North America is hiring an Analytical Chemist I for its Analytical Food Laboratories Team in Grand Prairie, Texas. The role supports the daily operation, maintenance, and workflow of an accredited chemistry laboratory. The Chemist performs testing and quality control, follows approved methods and client reporting requirements, maintains complete and traceable records, and helps ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, NELAC, Good Laboratory Practices, and applicable company procedures. The position involves operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting scientific instruments and carrying out the sample workflow from preparation through retention or disposal. The Chemist evaluates results against client specifications or historical data and communicates unusual or non-conforming results and laboratory issues to leadership. This is a full-time, onsite position at 40 hours per week. During the first 90 days, the schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; after training, the regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. The role includes minimal overtime and a one-hour unpaid lunch. Compensation is $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

Authorized to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.
Bachelor of Science degree or higher in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related science discipline.
At least six months of experience in a Wet Chemist II position or a related role.
Ability to work and collaborate within a team structure.
Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
Ability to work at a laboratory bench for extended periods and lift up to 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience with GC and/or ICP-MS is highly preferred.
Preventative maintenance and troubleshooting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform technical laboratory functions supporting the daily operation, maintenance, and workflow of the chemistry laboratory.
Follow company policies, procedures, and SOPs, including requirements related to laboratory operations, ethics, and conflicts of interest, in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, NELAC, and other applicable accrediting bodies.
Independently perform testing and quality control procedures and produce accurate, defensible, traceable results within client-required timelines.
Review client test requests, verify reporting requirements, and follow approved testing methods; obtain supervisor approval for deviations.
Maintain appropriate testing controls and identify, troubleshoot, and communicate issues involving equipment, media, or test methods to laboratory leadership.
Maintain accurate, legible, and traceable records for laboratory activities and follow proper documentation and correction practices.
Apply Good Laboratory Practices, use laboratory equipment safely and properly, and report accidents or equipment malfunctions.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot scientific instrumentation, including GC, ICP-MS, GC/MS, HPLC, LC/MS, UV-VIS, FTIR, safety hoods, and analytical balances.
Execute the sample workflow, including sample preparation such as homogenization, sample retention and disposal, daily quality control samples, and equipment preventative maintenance.
Develop proficiency in laboratory test methods, reagents, SOPs, and reference materials; recognize expected results and identify abnormal or non-conforming outcomes.
Evaluate test results against client specifications or historical data and report unusual or non-conforming results to the Lead Chemist or Chemistry Manager.
Participate in routine laboratory cleaning and general equipment maintenance.
Perform Wet Chemist I and II responsibilities or other duties assigned by management.