Laboratory Analyst, 2nd shift

Job Description

The Wet Chemistry Analyst prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and environmental protection methodology in compliance with Eurofins Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures.

This position requires availability for 2nd shift hours and the ability to train on the 1st shift.

• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility
• 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 general housekeeping in 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.
• Aliquots and weighs samples
• Washes glassware
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner

• Reading, writing and speaking skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team participation and meeting management skills
• Time management and organization skills
• Use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
• Complete work within time and quality constraints
• Work independently following written or verbal instructions
• Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing
• 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

• BS or BA in Chemistry or related field
• Previous production-oriented work (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Position is located in Cedar Falls, IA.

Position is Full-Time, seeking 2nd shift, Monday‑Friday, 2 PM to 10:30 PM, with training on 1st shift M‑F 8 AM‑5 PM.

Position range starts at $17.75 /hr, based on experience.

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes; the actual base salary may vary based on relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Eurofins network of companies believes in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applicants based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees unique.

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