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Alpha Analytical Analytical Chemist - SVOA in Mansfield, Massachusetts
Analytical Chemist - SVOA
Mansfield, MA (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=320+Forbes+Blvd+Mansfield+MA+USA+02048) • SVOA
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Alpha Analytical is a world class environmental testing laboratory specializing in providing the highest quality and most trusted analytical testing results in the world. Our unsurpassed customer service and unequaled quality systems has made us the largest analytical laboratory in the Northeast ranking us 6th among environmental testing laboratories in the country.
Job Summary
The Analytical Chemist I performs analyses of client samples in the SVOA laboratory using analytical techniques and procedures (SOP’S). Responsibilities include but are not limited to; analyzing samples, data reduction, instrument operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Required Education and Knowledge:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or other related sciences
Knowledge of Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry required and experience working with instrumentation
Experience with loading Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry instruments and the collection and reduction of data.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare standards used for analysis.
Analyze samples using Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry instrumentation using method 8270. SIM (Selective Ion Monitoring) machine operation and data reduction.
Calculate, check, reduce and report data in accordance with applicable SOP’s.
Ensure appropriate testing procedures are conducted in compliance with QA and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) requirements.
Schedule, prepare and analyze samples based on method requirements within turnaround time (TAT) established by Department Manager, Team Leader or Lab Coordinator. Inform Team Leader or Lab Coordinator if issues arise that effect the TAT.
Adhere to established Health & Safety protocols.
Develop improved techniques with Lab Coordinator, Team Leader or Manager. Active LEAN participant.
Secondary Duties:
May stock and order supplies as needed.
Maintain and promote clean work area(s).
Assist other laboratory departments as needed.
Minimum Required Skills:
Knowledge of safe laboratory practices, including the proper procedures in handling chemicals and unknown environmental samples.
Strong oral/written communication and organizational skills.
Pay and Schedule:
Sunday - Thursday 3 pm - 11:30 pm
Pay depends on professional experience
Employee Benefits:
Benefit package including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
Employee Bonus Program
Long-term and short-term disability
401k package with company matching
Wellness Health Program
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Company Activities and Events
Alpha Analytical is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, martial status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other classification protected by discrimination laws.