HiRes Prep Analyst I (11am - 7:30pm shift) - Eurofins Environment Testing - Sacramento, CA

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

The HiRes Prep Analyst I is responsible for the prep of samples for dioxin, PCB congener and pesticide analysis via high resolution instrumentation.

In general, it prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with
methods, practices, and programs. These include:
 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

2. Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing EHS and QA standards
3. Responsible for general housekeeping in his/her work area
4. 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.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• BS or BA in chemistry or related field. 3 years laboratory experience may
• substitute for degree.
• Some laboratory experience, specifically with dioxin, PCB congener and pesticide analysis via high resolution instrumentation preferred.
• Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)

Knowledge

• Analytical and/or General Science
• Scientific methods and method compliance
• Strong Mathematics background
• Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures
• Laboratory safety rules and chemical hazards

Skills

• Reading, writing and speaking skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team participation and meeting management skills
• Time management and organization skills

Abilities

• 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

Additional Information

Compensation range: $20 - $23 USD per hour depending on experience and qualifications.

Work schedule is Monday - Friday 11:00am to 7:30pm. Overtime and weekends may be required.

Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work.  We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

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