Entry-Level Laboratory GC Analyst Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Sterling Labs•Des Plaines, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Sterling Labs (Environmental Monitoring & Technologies, LLC) is a DoD, NELAP, ANAB, and AIHA-accredited environmental laboratory providing high-integrity analytical data through state-of-the-art technology and validated testing methodologies. For more than 40 years, our work has supported initiatives that protect human health and the environment. Our success is built on client partnerships and scientific excellence. We collaborate with environmental consultants, engineering firms, and government agencies to deliver reliable, timely analytical results that support regulatory compliance and environmental stewardship. From wastewater testing in the greater Chicago area to nationwide projects with Department of Defense partners, our commitment to quality and innovation continues to drive our growth. When you join Sterling Labs, you become part of a team of scientists, professionals, and technical specialists who share one purpose: WE PRESERVE THE PLANET TO PROTECT THE FUTURE This purpose shapes our culture, drives our decisions, and guides how we serve our clients and support one another. We believe that meaningful progress comes from integrity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to improvement—principles that are reflected in our core values. Our Core Values Integrity in Everything We Do - We act with honesty, transparency, and accountability. Customer Focused - We prioritize our clients’ needs and value their feedback. We are never satisfied - We seek better ways to serve our clients and support our employees through innovation and growth. At Sterling Labs, we know our employees are the foundation of our success. We strive to provide a supportive, inclusive, and growth-oriented workplace where every individual is encouraged to learn, innovate, and advance.

Requirements

BS/BA degree in chemistry or related field
Working knowledge of MS Office: Word, Excel and Access.
Excellent verbal and communication skills.
Self-directed, goal-oriented.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of experience as a GC/HPLC analyst is preferred.
Familiarity with Element 7 is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage sample workload to meet reporting deadlines.
Upload and review results in Sterling Lab’s LIMS.
Quantify and qualify results based on the analytical method and SOP.
Report accurate and on-time data in ELEMENT 7.
Calibrate instrumentation accurately according to SOPs.
Build sequence and batch data to maximize instrument run efficiency.
Perform daily and ongoing maintenance on instruments, including inlet maintenance, changing columns, source cleaning, etc.
Prepare standards and reagents.
Make critical decisions about the quality of samples prior to analysis to protect instruments and meet client objectives.
Assist other analysts and extractors in other lab areas as workflow requires, under direction of your supervisor.
Maintain good housekeeping habits and assist with sample disposal.
Communicate to the Team lead the status of the workload as well as any data quality issues.
Assist supervisor in determining sources of problems and implementing corrective actions to resolve those issues.
Other duties as assigned.