Lab Analyst II (Metals)
About The Position
SPL is seeking a Lab Analyst II to join its environmental testing laboratory in Reading, Pennsylvania. The role focuses on metals analysis and supports the analytical process from sample preparation through instrumental analysis, quality control, data review, troubleshooting, and documentation. The position involves working with laboratory team members and leadership to meet turnaround times, manage workloads, and support cross-training, as well as contributing to audits, corrective actions, SOP updates, and continuous improvement. The role is full-time and on-site. Work outside normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, may be required as operational needs dictate.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related scientific discipline.
- At least 2 years of hands-on analytical laboratory experience operating instrumentation such as ICP, ICP-MS, or ICP-OES, and performing turbidity, hardness, or mercury testing.
- Strong understanding of analytical methods, instrument calibration, troubleshooting, and laboratory quality control procedures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
Responsibilities
- Prepare environmental samples for metals analysis using digestion and other laboratory preparation techniques.
- Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation, including ICP-MS and ICP-OES.
- Perform metals analysis, mercury, turbidity, and hardness testing in accordance with approved methods, SOPs, and QA/QC requirements.
- Review and interpret analytical data, perform calculations, prepare reports, and troubleshoot or escalate QC issues and unusual findings.
- Document sample preparation, instrument performance, and analytical results accurately in LIMS.
- Work with lab team members and leadership to meet turnaround times, manage workloads, and support cross-training.
- Contribute to audits, corrective actions, SOP updates, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), safety protocols, and applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.
- Maintain a clean, organized laboratory, including glassware, equipment, inventory, and supplies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
