Lab Analyst

Ecoservices is dedicated to services that have a positive impact on our planet. Our Ecoservices business provides specialty grade high purity virgin sulfuric acid for a number of diverse and growing end uses. We also provide end-to-end regeneration services or recycling of spent acid for alkylation producers. With significant sulfuric acid processing know-how and an extensive network, Ecoservices is an industry leader in North America.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Full benefit package
• 401k matching

Position Overview:

The Laboratory Analyst will be responsible for performing routine and non-routine laboratory analyses to support plant process control and quality assurance. Responsibilities include preparing chemical stock solutions, standards, and reagents; generating accurate lab data and reports; and maintaining good housekeeping practices. The analyst will also develop a working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, perform preventive maintenance and calibrations, assist in writing and setting up new methods, and issue reports for non-routine testing. Building troubleshooting skills and utilizing relevant computer applications are also key aspects of the role. Reliable attendance and a commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient laboratory environment are essential.

What you will be doing:

• Performs duties associated with quality assurance, special projects, method development, and non-routine analytical and administrative assignments.
• Provides analytical support for plant personnel on a day-to-day basis.
• Conducts analysis, synthesis, and experimentation on substances for purposes as product and process application, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and improvement of analytical methodologies.
• Responsible for analysis of finished products, in-process samples, raw materials and wastewater in compliance with SOP’s and HS&E policies and procedures.
• Performs daily calibrations and QA/QC to ensure accuracy of testing.
• Register sample results into a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and issue reports as needed.
• Responsible for troubleshooting and maintenance of all laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Provide support to the Eco Services for process improvement, process safety and analytical initiatives
• Complete daily inspections of both safety and analytical equipment in the Laboratory and Production Units.
• Conduct non routine chemical and physical laboratory tests of solid materials, liquids and gases.

Required Qualifications:

• 0-3 years in chemical process industry with a background emphasis in Laboratory environment and analytical procedures.
• Bachelor of Science in science or technical related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker's Identification Card.
• Knowledge of ion chromatography, wet chemistry techniques, ICP and wastewater analyses.
• Ability related to lifting and carrying testing equipment to test locations within Production Unit.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of plant personnel.
• Ability to multi-task and manage work and assignments in a matrix-type environment
• Must have strong interpersonal skills to facilitate interactions with co-workers and plant personnel in a team-based environment.