Organic Instrumentation Analyst
Summary
The basic function of the Instrumentation Lab Analyst on the Organics Team is to analyze all water and soil samples on the appropriate instrumentation. This includes all calculations and integration associated with the analysis.
Job Duties
- Perform analysis on soil, water and solvent extractions by the appropriate instrumentation method.
- Process, calculate and report data that is produced by the analyst.
- Maintaining the highest of quality when performing analysis, with regards to quality control samples, and ensuring that only data which has passed QC is posted for team leader approval.
- Organize workload according to due dates.
- Maintain turn-around times (TATs) to ensure client jobs are reported on the specified date, including regular and rush TATs.
- Keep open communications with the Organics Team Leader about issues which may arise while performing tasks.
- Keeping a clean and tidy work area while performing tasks and cleaning up before the end of a shift.
Requirements
- Education in chemistry or related field.
- One (1) years of experience working as a lab analyst.
- Must be a dynamic individual who is very organized, maintains work areas clean, pays attention to detail and has a strong sense of urgency when executing his/her/their tasks.
- Must be able to establish good communication with the Organics Team Leader and other staff in the organization, specifically his/her team mates.
- Must be able to come to work on a daily basis and as requested.
- Must be able to multi-task.
- Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions
- Requires the physical stamina to stand for extended periods of time.
- Involves repetitive pipetting with use of hands and wrists.
- Must be able to lift objectives up to 20 lbs
- Completion of KaizenLAB’s Lab Analyst Training Program
Company Culture Requirements
KaizenLAB has a very clear identity and we want our team to share in the vision we have. We are looking for individuals who value team work and healthy collaboration. Professional integrity and going above and beyond to always provide your best work are characteristics all our team members have. We don’t settle for mediocrity and truly embody KaizenLAB’s meaning of continuous improvement. We place a very high importance on professional development and require all team members to engage in achieving both their individual goals as well as those of the company.
Key Performance Indicators (KPLs)
- Quality – performing the role with all actions being mindful of quality control and accuracy.
- Team Commitment – Successful contribution for the overarching goal of the Organics Department
- Company Ambassador – representing KaizenLAB not just in your role but when you interact with other team members, the leadership team, and industry partners
- Ten (10) hours of professional development per year
Development Path Opportunities
- Senior Lab Analyst
- Team Leader
Advancement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Completion of KaizenLAB Senior Lab Analyst Training Program
- Completion of KaizenLAB Leadership Training Program
- Twenty (20) hours of professional development per year
Work Conditions
- Lab environment