Laboratory Analyst II
Adamsville, AL
Valicor is a growing, full-service environmental company with locations throughout the Midwest and the South. Through state-of-the-art solutions, Valicor treats millions of gallons of wastewater annually, and services a wide variety of materials. As an ISO 14001 certified organization, Valicor takes great pride in its environmental compliance process.
Basic Duties and Responsibilities
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Lead daily laboratory activities independently to ensure work is completed efficiently and safely.
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Develop and maintain quality control practices.
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Work alongside management on method development and troubleshooting.
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Properly receive and log all incoming samples.
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Follow standard operating procedures for all testing parameters.
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Prepares standards and reagents required for proper calibration of instrumentation.
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Perform laboratory instrument calibrations and routine maintenance.
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Troubleshoot and perform basic repairs of laboratory instrumentation.
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Prepares analytical reports and properly communicates any off-spec results with management.
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Conduct inventory and/or purchasing of laboratory consumables.
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Performs other related duties or special projects as assigned.
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Properly move and handle compressed gas cylinders.
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Participate in quarterly laboratory safety audits.
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Adhere to all applicable Health and Safety rules and regulations within the facility and laboratory. Wear PPE as required by the facility.
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Function in an industrial environment adjacent to plant operations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Laboratory Safety & Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
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Knowledge of gas chromatography (GC using ECD), inductively coupled plasma (ICP-OES), physical testing, flash point testing, wet chemistry, etc.
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Experience with EPA and other regulatory methods.
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Proficiency with Microsoft, specifically Excel, Outlook, and Access.
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Experience with Chromeleon and Syngistix software preferred but not required.
Basic Requirements and Qualifications
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4-6 years of experience working in a laboratory environment.
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>1 year experience instrument maintenance.
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Associate or bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field, preferred.
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Work hours: 8am – 5 pm, may vary upon request.
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Ability to work a 12-hour shift, if needed.
Valicor offers competitive pay based on experience and a great "Referral Program". Benefits package includes medical/dental, paid holidays and time off, short-term disability, long-term disability, matching 401k, and life insurance.
Valicor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
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