Job Title: GC/GCMS Lab Analyst II - Sterling Labs

Why us? 

Sterling Labs invests in the success of our team. We are looking for highly motivated people who want to invest in their skillsets and career, be rewarded for initiative, and thrive in a collaborative environment. Our analytical data has tremendous impact in protecting human health and the environment. We value teamwork, continuous improvement and growth, and empowered ethical decision-making.    

Sterling Labs' growth has been directly tied to our client’s needs for 36 years. We are a growth-oriented organization that puts our clients first. We partner with manufacturers, engineering firms, and government agencies to provide environmental laboratory data that helps protect the environment. From wastewater sampling and analysis in greater Chicago and Milwaukee, to nationwide service with Department of Defense partners, our commitment to our clients drives our growth.   

Title: GC/GCMS Analyst	FLSA: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Lab Ops Manager	Department: Organics
Schedule: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM	Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

GC/GCMS Lab Analyst will operate and maintain Gas Chromatography (GC) and Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GCMS) instruments to analyze various sample types, including solids, water, and waste.
 

Primary Duties

GCMS Analysis: TPH

Secondary Duties

GC Analysis: Alcohols, Glycols, PEST, PCB

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare samples for analysis, including using pipettes for dilutions and standards, and preparing waste samples with laboratory scales, pipettes, and syringes.
• Build sequence and batch data to optimize instrument efficiency for each analytical run.
• Organize, plan, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment to meet client objectives.
• Make informed decisions about sample quality before analysis.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain GC and GCMS instruments, ensuring accurate analysis.
• Analyze and interpret data for solids (75%), water (20%), and waste (5%) samples, ensuring proper documentation.
• Evaluate information received from instruments and make informed decisions for analysis.
• Quantify and qualify results based on analytical methods and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Record and report data using Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Element 7.
• Communicate findings and analysis results with supervisors, peers, and subordinates.
• Regularly update the status of work orders in the Work Status Report (WSR) system, tracking progress with each sample.
• Participate in method development and validation to improve testing procedures.
• Inspect GC/GCMS instruments and perform preventative maintenance, including inlet maintenance, column changes, source cleaning, and verifying instrument calibration per QA/QC requirements.
• Evaluate and ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures, recommending improvements as necessary.
• Dispose of expired samples following waste disposal protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field.
• 2 years of experience working with GC and GCMS instruments in a laboratory setting.
• Familiarity with LIMS software.
• Strong understanding of chromatographic separation principles and mass spectrometry.
• Ability to interpret data, troubleshoot equipment, and maintain high-quality standards.
• Experience in method development and validation.

Instruments Used:

• GC, GCMS, Pipettes, Laboratory Scales, Syringes, PC

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Decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees. We examine our unconscious biases and take responsibility for always striving to create an inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome.

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