Instrumental Analysis Chemist, Intermediate

Company Description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. 

Job Description

Primary Validation:
Ensuring:

• The demonstration of instrument sensitivity, linearity, calibration verification and stability
• The demonstration of instrument carryover 
• Chromatography quality and where required GC resolution 
• Spot check of laboratory worksheets for completeness and accuracy
• Blanks, duplicate tests and reference spikes/CRMs meet quality specifications
• Surrogate recoveries meet method, contract and internal control specifications
• Analyte responses are within calibration range
• Detection limit criteria are met
• Sample to sample carryover has not affected results
• Absence of sample contamination by inspection of laboratory and instrumental blanks and replicate analysis/injection data
• Documentation of results that do not meet all QA/QC criteria, recommend next steps to Project Manager and implement remedial action if required.

       Secondary Validation:

• Verify that samples and QC samples have been processed in an identical manner and within the same analysis batch
• Spot check of quantification – one sample plus critical parameters in others – and quantification by hand calculation as required
• Spot check of split factors – compared to intended and check calculation of factor(s) that deviate significantly from the expected
• Confirm QA/QC criteria met (LIMS report should summarize failures) – sign off responsibility on quan pages/CSVs/text files of batch QC and samples
• Confirm variances are acceptable and documented properly
• Confirmation of sample report header information 
• Confirm data pass reasonableness test
• Documentation is complete, accurate and documentation practices are consistent with good laboratory protocols
• Verify the results in the database match the results on the sample analysis reports – sign off responsibility (EDD transmission form)
• Validate EDD if applicable
• Validate pKeys
• Signature on the report forms to authorize release of data to Project Manager.
• Verify completeness and correctness of data package contents.
• Completion of narrative – appropriate flags listed, extra work documented, and QC notes entered
• If project requirements are not met, resolve with Project Manager and implement remedial action as required, in line with prior or revised schedule, as agreed with Project Manager

Instrument Operation:

• The demonstration of instrument sensitivity, linearity, calibration verification and stability meet the required standard
• The demonstration of instrument carryover (instrument blank following calibration standard) meets the required standard
• Note any chromatographic anomalies in samples, peak shape, interference, analyst levels, shifting, and response stability.
• Chromatography quality and where required GC resolution meet standard
• Correct sample identification (run sequence = vial order)
• Create and document chromatograph and acquisition methods
• Routine instrument maintenance including column work, inlet maintenance, filament replacement, source cleaning, - sign off on runlists and maintenance logs.
• For LC – prepare mobile phases
• Extract archiving and disposal

Qualifications

• Education: B.Sc. Or Technical Diploma in Chemistry or related science.
• Experience: over 1 to 3 years’ experience in a laboratory setting.
   
• Strong computer skills (Excel, MS Word, Outlook) and ability to develop IT skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment to achieve common goals and objectives
• Highly organized, self motivated, energetic and solution-oriented
• Strong time management, troubleshooting and fine motor skills
• Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Works well under pressure.

Additional Information

Salary: $22 to $25 per hour 

Some benefit highlights:

• 80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision 
• Paid time off
• RRSP Progra