Analytical Chemist - Ion Chromatography; IC

Position Overview

Analytical Chemist – Full‑time, on‑site, Conroe, TX.

At SPL, the work you do matters. Our teams provide trusted energy and environmental testing and measurement solutions that protect communities, support critical infrastructure, and safeguard the environment. With a nationwide footprint and opportunities for growth across multiple locations and disciplines, SPL is a place where you can build a career while making a real‑world impact.

• Perform environmental and quality control sample analysis using Ion Chromatography (IC) in accordance with EPA methods, laboratory procedures, and quality standards.
• Prepare, process, and analyze environmental samples while ensuring compliance with established analytical methods and regulatory requirements.
• Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot IC instrumentation to maximize performance, data quality, and laboratory efficiency.
• Review, validate, and document analytical results within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Evaluate quality control data and identify analytical trends, instrument performance concerns, or sample anomalies requiring investigation or corrective action.
• Support method verification, optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory performance.
• Assist with CAPA investigations, audit readiness activities, SOP updates, and quality system compliance efforts.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure adherence to data integrity, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with laboratory personnel to achieve turnaround time commitments, productivity goals, and client expectations.
• Uphold all laboratory safety policies and procedures while contributing to a culture of operational excellence.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related scientific discipline.
• 2+ years of hands‑on analytical laboratory experience, including operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing Ion Chromatography (IC) instrumentation.
• Experience with QA/QC analysis, analytical data review, root cause analysis, method development, and CAPA preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) is a plus.

• Competitive hourly compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employer‑paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.

• Full‑time, on‑site position.
• Ability to work outside of scheduled hours as required to meet operational or workload needs.

At SPL, we believe that a diverse team is a strong team. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities or for sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please let us know.

At this time, SPL is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. We sincerely appreciate your interest and understanding, and we encourage you to explore other opportunities with us that may be a fit in the future.