Lab Analyst I

Alliance • Tustin, CA

2d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Entry level laboratory analyst for work with GC-ECD samples. Duties include extraction/analysis of samples. Instrument maintenance, cleaning labware, preparation of reagents and standards. Following all laboratory protocol, following all standard operating procedures (SOPs) and adhering to any and all laboratory quality assurance protocols. Ideal Candidate will have experience with: Sample Analysis: Perform sample preparation, chemical analysis, and quantification of chemicals in accordance with EPA and standard methods Equipment Operation: Utilize advanced laboratory equipment such as Gas Chromatography (GC - FID, ECD, TCD), ICP, ICP-MS, CVAAS, GC-MS, UV-VIS analyses, balances, ovens, and more. Data Documentation: Maintain detailed records including laboratory notebooks, software data, standard preparations, and equipment logs. Equipment Maintenance: Conduct routine and in-depth maintenance, including troubleshooting laboratory equipment. Accreditation Support: Perform tasks required to maintain laboratory accreditation, such as running and reporting audit samples, completing MDL studies bi-annually, and updating documentation (e.g., SOPs, DOC forms). Quality Control: Perform and document standardizations, calibrations, and performance verifications daily. Safety & Compliance: Ensure proper sample custody, control, and hazardous waste disposal in compliance with safety protocols. Additional Duties: Assist with editing and reviewing SOPs, guidance documents, and other tasks as assigned.  Essential Functions: Performs laboratory operations, including preparation, analysis, quantification of chemicals; prepares standards and samples for analysis, including quality control samples, and reports final results. Documents work performed; maintains laboratory notebooks, recordings, software data, etc. for raw data, standard preparations, and equipment Performs routine daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance of equipment Performs actions required to maintain accreditation; runs, reports, and passes audit samples bi-annually; completes MDL studies for each required method bi-annually, creates DOC forms for each quarter, and ensures all methods are run according to the requirements in each SOP Edits and reviews documents; reviews SOPs and guidance documents to ensure all procedures accurately reflect laboratory practices and meet NELAC and/or EPA requirements Maintains sample custody, control, and hazardous waste disposal Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• EDUCATION REQUIREMENT – Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or science-related field
• Some experience in a laboratory setting
• Experience working with hazardous chemicals
• Familiarity with various sample methods
• General knowledge of chemistry and lab analysis operations and lab safety
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including MS Word and Excel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lead a team and provide training and guidance to subordinates
• Professional demeanor and appearance; ability to serve as a representative of the company
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to read, count, and write to accurately complete all documentation

Responsibilities

• extraction/analysis of samples
• Instrument maintenance
• cleaning labware
• preparation of reagents and standards
• Following all laboratory protocol
• following all standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• adhering to any and all laboratory quality assurance protocols
• Perform sample preparation, chemical analysis, and quantification of chemicals in accordance with EPA and standard methods
• Utilize advanced laboratory equipment such as Gas Chromatography (GC - FID, ECD, TCD), ICP, ICP-MS, CVAAS, GC-MS, UV-VIS analyses, balances, ovens, and more
• Maintain detailed records including laboratory notebooks, software data, standard preparations, and equipment logs
• Conduct routine and in-depth maintenance, including troubleshooting laboratory equipment
• Perform tasks required to maintain laboratory accreditation, such as running and reporting audit samples, completing MDL studies bi-annually, and updating documentation (e.g., SOPs, DOC forms)
• Perform and document standardizations, calibrations, and performance verifications daily
• Ensure proper sample custody, control, and hazardous waste disposal in compliance with safety protocols
• Assist with editing and reviewing SOPs, guidance documents, and other tasks as assigned
• Performs laboratory operations, including preparation, analysis, quantification of chemicals; prepares standards and samples for analysis, including quality control samples, and reports final results
• Documents work performed; maintains laboratory notebooks, recordings, software data, etc. for raw data, standard preparations, and equipment
• Performs routine daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance of equipment
• Performs actions required to maintain accreditation; runs, reports, and passes audit samples bi-annually; completes MDL studies for each required method bi-annually, creates DOC forms for each quarter, and ensures all methods are run according to the requirements in each SOP
• Edits and reviews documents; reviews SOPs and guidance documents to ensure all procedures accurately reflect laboratory practices and meet NELAC and/or EPA requirements
• Maintains sample custody, control, and hazardous waste disposal
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(K) Plan with Competitive Match
• Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance
• Employer-Sponsored Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, & Bonus Floating Holiday (if hired before July 1st)
• Profit Sharing or Individual Bonus Programs
• Referral Program
• Per Diem & Paid Travel
• Employee Discount Hub

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level