Laboratory Analyst (LC-MS/MS)- Environment Testing, Barberton, OH - Eurofins

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

Job Description

Eurofins Environment Testing is hiring for a Laboratory Analyst position in Barberton, OH location.Candidates living within a commutable distance of Barberton, OH are encouraged to apply.Full time Monday-Friday with overtime opportunities

The Analyst I 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.

Analyst I responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform routine and advanced maintenance on the instrumentation
• Tune and calibrate instrumentation
• Analyze samples and associated QC
• Review, work up, and assemble all supporting data
• Read, understand, and carry out SOPs required by EPA or company methods, governing agencies, clients, and our internal QC department
• Perform additional responsibilities (i.e., audit, verification, etc.) with minimal supervision
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs. These include:
• Preparation of samples using standard techniques o Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques o Calculating data o Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor o Performing routine instrument maintenance
• Implement new methodologies with assistance
• Understand and use LIMS
• Make working calibration standards
• Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Eurofins environmental health safety and Quality assurance standards
• Responsible for general housekeeping in his/her work area
• Be self-motivated to improve technical skills and operations
• Have strong problem solving skills
• Function under high stress levels
• Multitask
• 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.
• Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods
• Aliquots and weighs samples
• Washes glassware
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate would possess:

• 1+ years of PFAS experience preferred

• Ability to use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
• Ability to complete work within time and quality constraints
• Can work independently following written or verbal instructions
• Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing
• Experience with LC/MS-MS operation and general maintenance
• Experience with chromatography
• Able to follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines:

o Organic preparation

o Metals preparation and analysis

o Gas Chromatography

o Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry

o Radio Chemistry

o Wet Chemistry

o High Resolution preparation and analysis

o Low Resolution preparation and analysis

Qualifications

• Minimally High school Chemistry coursework, basic laboratory experience
• BS or BA in chemistry or related field preferred. 3 years laboratory experience may substitute for degree.
• LC-MS/MS or GCMS experience
• Prior chromatography experience
• Previous production-Oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)
• Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinite