What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemistry Technician I position at Certified Laboratories Inc?
JOB FUNCTION:
Reporting to the Department/Section Supervisor or Laboratory Manager, Chemistry Technician will be responsible for the following:
- Routine testing of client supplied samples in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Generation, interpretation and management of analytical data.
- Troubleshooting and maintenance of analytical instruments.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Preform Sample login and splitting
- Assist chemists in performing analysis using one or more of the following techniques: HPLC, GC, LCMS, GCMS, GC, ICP/MS, ICP-OES, UV-VIS, FTIR, Titration, Gravimetric Analysis, or other techniques, as appropriate in a timely fashion maintaining a high level of quality.
- Prepare analytical standards.
- Perform daily balance, temperature and monthly pipette verification.
- Perform sample processing in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Perform sample preparation.
- Calibrate and maintain analytical instruments.
- Prepare standards and maintain inventory
- Purchaseof standards and solvents
- Maintain analytical and quality records as required for accreditation/certification and related to analytical work and instrument maintenance.
- Submit accurate and timely reports based on the analysis.
- Identify results that require further investigation or discussion with the Department Manager/Supervisor.
- Participate in OOS investigation and/or CAPA when necessary.
- Learn new techniques and technologies as appropriate.
- Other duties as required.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum high school diploma and/or associate degree in science, BA/BS degree preferred.
- 0-1 years experience working in a laboratory setting
- High level of computer skills and familiarity with data acquisition software
- Strong trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills
- High level of computer literacy
- Good conceptual basis in analytical chemistry
- Proven ability to perform standard chemical laboratory techniques
KEY POSITION COMPETENCIES TO BE MEASURED:
- Analytical capability and performance
- Technical communication skills
- Team player
- Organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills
- Manual dexterity
- Ability to distinguish colors
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods
Salary : $20 - $22