What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Analyst I position at Alliance Technical Group?
Description
Essential Functions:
Required Qualifications:
Pay Rate
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a laboratory setting.
Physical Demands:
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Additional job-related duties may be assigned. Alliance reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary with or without notice.
KEY BENEFITS INCLUDE:
EEO Commitment
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, religion, disability, age, genetics, active military or veteran status, and any other characteristics protected under applicable federal or state law.
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Essential Functions:
- Performs laboratory operations, including preparation, analysis, quantification of chemicals; prepares standards and samples for analysis, including quality control samples, and reports final results; analyses include: microbiology, biochemical oxygen demand, alkalinity, chlorine, total suspended solids, nitrite, etc.
- Documents work performed; maintains laboratory notebooks, recordings, software data, etc. for raw data, standard preparations, and equipment
- Ability to prepare samples using manual, automated, and instrumental methods utilizing in-house Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
- Performs routine daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance of equipment; conducts in-depth maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment
- Ensure appropriate testing procedures are conducted in compliance with QA and SOP requirements
- Performs actions required to maintain accreditation; runs, reports, and passes audit samples annually; completes MDL studies for each required method annually, completes initial and yearly ongoing DOC analyses for each test method, and ensures all methods are run according to the requirements in each SOP
- Edits and reviews documents; reviews SOPs and guidance documents to ensure all procedures accurately reflect laboratory practices and meet certification requirements
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
- EDUCATION REQUIREMENT - bachelor's degree in chemistry or science-related field (for Analyst I, some college/associate's degree; Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field is preferred)
- 1 year in a laboratory setting (Analyst I is entry-level)
- Familiarity with various sample methods
Pay Rate
- $18-20/hour DOE
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- General knowledge of chemistry and lab analysis operations and lab safety
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including MS Word and Excel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to lead a team and provide training and guidance to subordinates
- Professional demeanor and appearance; ability to serve as a representative of the company
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to read, count, and write to accurately complete all documentation
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a laboratory setting.
Physical Demands:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Standing for extended periods and the use of hands to finger is common. Hearing and vision within normal ranges is helpful for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents. Duties frequently involve repetitive motions and eye/hand/foot coordination. Testing priorities and timelines may serve as a source of emotional stress.
- Occasional heavy lifting is expected. Exertion of up to 30 lbs. of force may occasionally be required. While performing the duties of this job, good manual dexterity for the use of laboratory equipment is needed. The employee is occasionally required to walk, lift, carry, push, pull, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, handle, grasp, and feel.
- Use of applicable Personal Protective Equipment is mandatory.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Additional job-related duties may be assigned. Alliance reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary with or without notice.
KEY BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(K) Plan with Competitive Match
- Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance
- Employer-Sponsored Disability Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, & Bonus Floating Holiday (if hired before July 1st)
- Profit Sharing or Individual Bonus Programs
- Referral Program
- Per Diem & Paid Travel
- Employee Discount Hub
EEO Commitment
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, religion, disability, age, genetics, active military or veteran status, and any other characteristics protected under applicable federal or state law.
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Salary : $18 - $20