Laboratory Analyst I, Environment Testing, Buffalo NY

Eurofins•Buffalo, NY

4h•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Analyst I prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with Eurofins Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s. This role involves performing routine lab tasks, including sample preparation, chemical analysis, data calculation, recording, and reporting, as well as routine instrument maintenance. The position requires adherence to Eurofins’ EHS and QA standards and general housekeeping in the work area. The Analyst I will work under close supervision using routine and standard methods, and will be responsible for aliquoting and weighing samples and washing glassware. All activities must be conducted in a safe and efficient manner. This is a full-time position with opportunities for growth, requiring the employee to live a commutable distance to Buffalo, NY.

Requirements

A minimum of a BS degree in Chemistry or equivalent experience
Demonstrated effective communication skills and relate well to people in direct communication
Consciousness of and a positive attitude toward quality, service and safety procedures
Sound reasoning, good judgment and decision making
Strong organization and problem solving skills
Detail oriented, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and able to coordinate multiple priorities
Versatility, flexibility in dealing with people
Ability to synthesize and retain information
Ability to perform basic math skills including multiplication, division and algebra
Work independently
Work within time constraints
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs frequently, and up to 50 lbs occasionally
Willingness to put in overtime hours, as necessary to meet work needs
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English

Nice To Haves

Reading, writing and speaking skills
Team participation and meeting management skills
Time management and organization skills
Ability to use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
Ability to complete work within time and quality constraints
Can work independently following written or verbal instructions
Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing
Able to follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines: Organic preparation, Metals preparation and analysis, Gas Chromatography, Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry, Radio Chemistry, Wet Chemistry, High Resolution preparation and analysis, Low Resolution preparation and analysis
Experience in an environmental lab
At least 1-2 year’s preparation, analytical experience, or combination, at company or equivalent experience elsewhere preferred
Computer skills, experience with LIMs software a plus

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
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’ EHS and QA 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