Sample Preparation Tech

Certified Group is committed to partnering with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise –
So The World Can Trust In What It Consumes™. Our network of 30+ North American and European laboratories serves the food & beverage, dietary supplements, cosmetics, OTC, tobacco/nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries.

• Certified Laboratories – Provides comprehensive analytical and microbiological testing, primarily supporting food, beverage, cosmetics, OTC, and dietary supplement industries.
• Food Safety Net Services (FSNS) – A leading network of ISO-accredited laboratories across North America, focused on food safety testing, operational support, and technical services for the food industry.
• Labstat – A global leader in contract research and testing for nicotine, tobacco, cannabis, hemp, and next-generation products, with deep expertise in analytical chemistry and toxicology.
• EAS Consulting Group – A regulatory consulting firm offering expert guidance, training, and auditing support across FDA, USDA, and other regulated sectors, powered by a large network of independent advisors.
• FSNS Certification & Audit – Provides accredited third-party auditing and certification services, including food safety, animal welfare, and GMP programs.

The Sample Preparation Technician is primarily responsible for preparing samples, analytical standards, calibration standards, reagents, eluents, mobile phases, diluents, and other laboratory solutions for analytical testing in accordance with approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), test methods, and laboratory quality requirements. This role supports Chemists and Senior Chemists by ensuring samples, standards, solutions, and laboratory equipment are properly prepared for accurate and efficient analysis.

This individual will uphold our purpose - so the world can trust in what it consumes by fostering a culture aligned to our mission and values:

• Purpose:
  
  So the world can trust in what it consumes.
• Mission:
  Partner with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise.
• Values: start with the customer, commit to safety and quality, drive to deliver, act with integrity and support the team.

• Preparing samples, standards, reagents, and laboratory solutions by:
  • Clean, wash, inspect, and prepare laboratory glassware, flasks, and other laboratory equipment to ensure they are clean, organized, and ready for use.
  • Receive and prepare samples for analysis by homogenizing, grinding, or performing other required sample preparation procedures according to applicable SOPs and test methods.
  • Accurately weigh and transfer samples into appropriate containers or flasks according to analytical specifications, SOPs, and validated test methods.
  • Perform sample extraction, digestion, dilution, filtration, and other preparation procedures following approved SOPs, analytical methods, and laboratory safety requirements.
  • Prepare analytical and calibration standards, QC and spike solutions, internal standards, reagents, eluents, mobile phases, diluents, and other laboratory solutions required for testing, including required calculations, labeling, documentation, storage, and expiration tracking.
  • Assist Chemists and Senior Chemists with laboratory setup, including preparing instruments, consumables, and accessories required for analytical analyses.
  • Perform approved routine equipment cleaning, instrument checks, and limited preventive maintenance when trained and qualified and when covered by an approved SOP or manufacturer procedure. Escalate repairs or troubleshooting beyond assigned training to the appropriate Chemist, Supervisor, or service resource.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment by following laboratory housekeeping and safety procedures.
  • Ensure all sample and solution preparation activities are documented accurately and comply with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), laboratory quality standards, and company procedures.
  • Monitor laboratory supplies related to sample preparation and solution preparation and notify supervisors when replenishment is needed.
• Ensure quality of results by:
  • Verifying…