Laboratory Analyst I - LCMS Prep - (Su - Th, 7PM - 3:30AM) - Eurofins Environment Testing Northern California - West Sacramento

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies 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 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.

With over 50 laboratories and more than 40 service centers nationwide, Eurofins Environment Testing provides full-service environmental analysis across all 50 states. Our network supports public and private clients—including DoD, DOE, and municipalities—through robust logistics and continuous investment in people, technology, and infrastructure.

We offer comprehensive testing for air, water, soil, sediment, tissue, and waste, covering a wide range of analytes including PFAS, metals, VOCs/SVOCs, dioxins/furans, radiochemicals, and more.

Job Description

The Analyst I prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to approved scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures (SOPs).This position can be physical job that may require standing for long periods, working with organic solvents, laboratory glassware and specialized equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• 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
  • Evaluation and quantification of data
  • Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor
  • Performing routine instrument maintenance
• Competency on complex instrumentation instrument specific software (training is provided)
• Responsible for keeping personal training documentation (training records, IDOC/DOC) current and accurate
• Responsible for timely completion of assigned/scheduled QC samples (MDL, LOD/LOQ, PT)
• As required, documents NCMs for projects with quality issues
• Understands and utilizes backlog reports to manage personal workload.
• Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Responsible for general housekeeping in work area
• Proficient, with IDOCs, for a minimum for 50% of methods carried out in the department
• Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing environmental, health and safety and quality assurance standards
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• BS or BA in chemistry or related field. 3 years laboratory experience may substitute for degree.
• EPA method D1633, 537.1 or 533 experience would be beneficial
• Laboratory experience helpful
• Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English

Specific Skills and Abilities:

• Perform calculations with calculator / mathematical formulas
• Complete work within time and quality constraints
• Team participation and meeting management skills
• Demonstrate excellent time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrate good problem solving skills
• Work independently following written or verbal instructions
• Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing
• Participation in teamwork and meetings
• Reading, writing and speaking skills

Follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines:

• Organic preparation
• Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
• Wet Chemistry
• High Resolution preparation and analysis
• LCMS preparation and analysis

Additional Information

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

Work schedule:  Must be able to work Sunday - Thursday, 7 PM - 3:30 AM which is eligible for a $1.75 shift differential when working this shift

Overtime and weeken