Laboratory Analyst II

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Business Title: Analyst II
Position Title: Laboratory Analyst II, Metals
Division: Consumer Products Services 
Entity: ATL
Reports to: Metals Laboratory Supervisor I
FLSA: Non-exempt

Hours Worked: Typically, Monday through Friday, forty-hours per week.  However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.

Position Summary:

The Laboratory Analyst II, Metals is responsible for preparing and analyzing a wide variety of client samples for elemental content using analytical chemistry methodology and various spectroscopic instruments.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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•    Preparing samples, standard reference materials, reagents, and/or solutions.
•    Maintaining a clean and well-organized work area.
•    Performing and documenting routine maintenance and calibration of instrumentation.
•    Documenting/recording raw data and results of analyses.
•    Executing analytical procedures in accordance with the appropriate regulations.
•    Performs testing independently and with limited to no supervision from management.
•    Identify and troubleshoot problems with analytical equipment.
•    Identify, troubleshoot and provide suggested technical solutions to management.
•    Perform basic data analysis as assigned.
•    Assist with training.
•    Follow the guidelines set forth with the company Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures. 
•    Comply with company management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies. 
•    Follows the guidelines set forth in the company Quality Manual and Safety / Chemical Hygiene Plan. 
•    Adhere to the requirements of the company Quality System. 
•    Other duties as defined by supervisor, department needs and workload. 

Skills & Proficiencies:

•    Knowledge of analytical chemistry methodologies in addition to experience with spectroscopic instrumentation such as Inductively Coupled Plasma - Atomic Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-AES) and/or Inductively Coupled Plasma - Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS).
•    Good critical thinker and problem solver, possess good interpersonal skills, and have good technical writing and communication skills.
•    Ability to present both facts and recommendations effectively.
•    Technical problem solving and process improvement skills.
•    Solid working knowledge of GLP, cGMP, and other regulations and standards related to assigned analytical testing.
•    The ability to prioritize, multi-task, and interpret mathematical relationships.
•    Possess a willingness to learn in a team-based environment.
•    The ability to work independently and as part of a group.
•    Good attention to detail.
•    Basic computer skills.
•    Positive attitude, self-motivated, high level of engagement. 
•    Champions company values including team engagement.

Education and Experience:

•    Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology or closely related field.
•    Minimum of two years of experience working in an analytical chemistry laboratory preferred.
•    Experience in a GLP/cGMP and ISO regulated environment preferred.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.

Compensation Range: $20-$22 an hour (e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as locations, education, experience, and skillset).

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