Chemist I - GCMS (M-F, 1p-10p) Eurofins Environment Testing Southwest, Calscience, Tustin, CA

About the role

Eurofins Environment Testing Southwest in Tustin CA is searching for a SVOA GCMS Chemist I to prepare and analyze environmental samples following EPA protocols in adherence with Eurofins Quality Assurance programs and SOP's.

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

• Extract and prepare 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.
• Communicate with preparation team and project management team regarding work status.
• 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.

The ideal candidate would possess the following qualifications

• 1+ years' experience operating a GC or GCMS in a production laboratory setting, required.
• 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
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English

Compensation range

$18- $22 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.

Position is Full-time and eligible for overtime pay.

Candidate must be able to work the following shift in addition to the initial training shift of Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 6:00pm:

• Monday thru Friday, 1:00pm - 10:00pm

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.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

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.

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!