Water Chemistry Analyst

Exact Scientific Services•Ferndale, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Water Chemistry Analyst is responsible for chemistry analysis in the water chemistry division of the General Chemistry Department. This includes conducting testing, performing maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment and method issues, ensuring procedures are followed in compliance with EPA methods, Standard Methods, and established SOPs, demonstrating ability to perform tests through proper training, maintaining appropriate turnaround times and workflow, responding to client inquiries via lab directors and administration, and providing backup support to other chemistry analysts including non-water tests within the department as needed.

Requirements

BA-Science/BS or High School Diploma and 2 years Laboratory Technician
Laboratory Experience (2 years)

Nice To Haves

Train to backup SRP/Orthophosphate by discrete.

Responsibilities

Conduct testing and data analysis specific to waters analysis including but not limited to: Ion Chromatography (300.0 and food/solids), Oil & Grease, TOC/DOC, Chlorophyll in Water.
Conduct testing and data analysis as a primary analyst or as back up throughout the remaining Water Chemistry department, including non-water tests.
Organize sample retains, including initial sample pour-offs and preservation, sample disposal and backup to ICP-MS turbidity and pH checks.
Prepare and maintain inventory of water collection bottles, vials, and containers for water analysis alongside the waters manager.
Maintain and troubleshoot analytical equipment.
Follow established quality control measures and safety measures including wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Read and understand Standard Operating Procedures, working instructions, and safety data sheets.
Perform proficiency testing and enter data in LIMS.
Communicate with the Waters Director and General Chemistry Director with regards to sample tracking, department delays or issues that affect clients.
Provide back up and support to the Water Chemistry Director and other members of the General Chemistry and Water Department as needed.
Monitor and prepare all water send-outs, including pour off and preservation.
Dispose of garbage to the dumpster as needed.
Perform Morning and End of day checklists.
Perform Temperature checklists at the beginning and end of the workday.
Wash Dishes.
Perform Cleaning and laboratory maintenance.
Re-stocking supplies.
Assist with Lab Organization.
Perform Sample preparation.
Perform Sample storage.