Chemist I - VOA GCMS AIR, (Wed-Sun, 1pm-10pm) Eurofins Environment Testing Southwest, Tustin, CA

Job Description

Eurofins Environment Testing Southwest - Tustin CA is searching for a VOA GCMS Air Chemist to prepare and analyze environmental air samples following EPA protocols in adherence with Eurofins Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s.

Analyst duties will include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Extract and prepare air samples for analysis by Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry
• Evaluate chromatography and mass spectra for qualitative and quantitative criteria
• Monitor and manage backlog workload to meet client program requirements
• Upload and peer review data using the laboratory information management system (LIMS)
• Perform basic instrument maintenance and repair, including column replacement and ion source cleaning
• Prepare standards and reagents for sample analysis
• Maintain instrument calibrations in accordance with laboratory QAQC requirements.
• Perform general housekeeping within the laboratory to maintain an organized and safe working environment
• Conduct daily duties in an efficient and safe manner, remaining compliant with environmental health and safety programs
• Perform other laboratory duties as assigned

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess the following qualifications

• 1+ year’s experience operating a GC or GCMS in a production laboratory setting
• BS or BA in chemistry or related field; 3 years laboratory experience may substitute for a degree
• Previous production oriented work experience a plus (awareness and ability to efficiently meet deadlines)
• Effective time management and multitasking skills
• Ability to perform and evaluate basic mathematical calculations and formulas
• Ability to work independently following written and verbal instructions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Additional Information

Position is full-time, typically Wednesday-Sunday, 1pm - 10pm with flexibility for overtime and weekend coverage as needed.

The compensation range for this position is $19-$23 per hour (Depending on experience and qualifications.

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base compensation of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.

What we Offer :

• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and / or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.

Sustainability matters to us! We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives.

We encourage our laboratory leaders to make sustainable changes at their local level, and in addition to their initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to help us to achieve this goal!