Chemist jobs in Clay, NY

Company Description

Centek Laboratories' investment in superior instrumentation, advanced technology and it's professional team provides unbeatable service using EPA, NIOSH, AIHA, and OSHA methods for compliance. Centek Laboratories analyzes samples from a variety of sources including: LEED®, Soil Vapor Intrusion, Industrial Hygiene, Indoor Air Quality, Product Off-Gassing, Headspace VOC's and Environmental Screening.

Job Description

Centek Laboratories is looking to fill a full-time position in our Volatile (VOC) Organics department. We are seeking a Laboratory Chemist with GC and/or GC/MS experience along with being familiar with gravimetric.

The Laboratory Chemist will work directly with the Senior Analyst to execute sample analysis for TO-15 and TO-17 analysis using GC and GC/MS instrumentation. The candidate will also be assisting the gravimetric department along with our calibration department using robotic systems.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform analysis of air samples in the environmental, LEED and Biogas industry following EPA method TO-15 and TO-17 protocol using GC/MS instrumentation.
• Will assist with the gravimetric department in weighing of particulate samples
• Will also require some maintenance and preparation of precision sampling equipment using robotics.
• Maintaining proper QA/QC lab protocol.
• Will involve data review, validation and reporting.
• Cleaning and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Troubleshooting problem issues.
• Responsible for general housekeeping in work area.
• Will complete other tasks and duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Physical Science
• One to two years of previous lab experience preferred must have some experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Previous background and experience in GC and/or GC/MS analysis.
• Must be able to work independently and have excellent organization skills
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced setting, multi-task, and prioritize assignments
• Have good communication, computer and typing, skills
• Familiarity with NELAC and ISO 17025 quality system standards a plus
• Be extremely reliable and punctual
• Be able to work independently and take initiative

Shift

• Fulltime position
• Must be available to work overtime and occasional weekends as necessary

Email salary expectations with resume.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays (annual leave increases with years of experience)
• Annual profit sharing
• Employer funded Health Saving Account
• Medical, Dental, 401(k) and 401k matching, Voluntary Benefits, Disability, Vision, Life Insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Equal opportunity employer
• Tuition Assistance