Laboratory Analyst, Metals

Eurofins•Marion, OH

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate. Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies. The Metals Analyst is responsible for performing analytical testing with a primary focus on Hexavalent Chromium. The role also supports 6020B and 200.8 Copper/Lead analyses. This position ensures all testing complies with EPA methods, quality control standards, and laboratory safety protocols. The analyst will prepare and analyze samples, manage reagent and consumable inventories, maintain instrumentation, and accurately record results in the LIMS system.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field OR equivalent laboratory experience.
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

Experience with Hexavalent Chromium, 6020B, and/or 200.8 methods preferred
Strong understanding of analytical chemistry principles and QA/QC procedures
Experience operating and maintaining laboratory instrumentation
Excellent documentation and recordkeeping skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Team-oriented with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

Serve as primary analyst for Hexavalent Chromium testing.
Perform 6020B and 200.8 (Cu/Pb) analyses as assigned.
Prepare and maintain method-specific criteria sheets.
Assign and track new reagent numbers bi-weekly.
Monitor and reorder digestion tubes, sample tubes, acids, and instrument sample/drain lines.
Organize metals cart samples by type and numerical order.
Perform digestion of wastewater samples or turbidity testing of drinking water samples.
Learn and provide backup coverage for Hg method.
Initialize and operate instrumentation; prepare calibration standards and QC samples.
Run instrument performance and criteria tests.
Prepare and analyze all samples and QC per EPA method requirements.
Review data for compliance with QC criteria.
Record and report results in the LIMS system.
Dispose of old samples as time allows.
Collaborate with other metals analysts and provide assistance when needed.
Be available for weekend work when required.
Carry out additional duties as assigned by supervisor or administrative staff.