Laboratory Technician Job at CHANCORP INC, Gorham, ME

  • CHANCORP INC
  • Gorham, ME

Job Description

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Chanalytical Laboratories is an independent, third-party water testing lab in Gorham, Maine. We test well water and drinking water for Maine and New Hampshire families, home inspectors, and businesses.

We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our team. You will run tests and procedures on water samples using a variety of instrumentation, follow all lab safety guidelines and procedures, and record results accurately. You will also perform basic maintenance and calibration on the systems you use every day, stock supplies as needed, and maintain a safe, clean working environment at all times. The ideal candidate has the proper laboratory certification, previous lab experience, and excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Prepare and analyze water samples using standardized laboratory procedures and EPA / Standard Methods

Run a variety of tests and procedures on samples using existing lab equipment, including ICP-MS and the Thermo Fisher Gallery

Perform extractions and prepare samples for analysis

Calibrate and maintain all equipment used daily, as needed

Maintain excellent records of all results, and provide comprehensive reports on them to the necessary individual

Participate in quality control and quality assurance programs

Support our laboratory accreditation effort — including documentation, method records, and assessment preparation

Maintain a clean, sterile work environment

Additional tasks and duties as assigned

Qualifications

Associate degree or higher in a science-related field (chemistry, biology, environmental science, or related)

Knowledge of basic chemistry and math (including algebra)

Previous lab experience desired — internship and academic lab experience will be considered

Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping

Familiarity with lab safety procedures

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

Hands-on experience with ICP-MS, discrete analyzers, or comparable analytical instrumentation

Experience with EPA and Standard Methods for water or wastewater analysis

Familiarity with LIMS or other laboratory data management systems

Working knowledge of state and federal drinking-water regulations

Experience supporting laboratory accreditation (TNI/NELAP, ISO/IEC 17025, or a state certification program)

Candidates Seeking More Than a Bench Role

We will consider candidates with deeper experience for expanded, senior-level responsibility, including:

Ownership of a quality management system and accreditation readiness, and serving as a point of contact for assessors

Training, scheduling, and supervising lab staff and enforcing standard operating procedures

Managing lab workflow, throughput, inventory, and instrument-maintenance programs

Compensation

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Ready to Apply?

Send your resume and a brief note about why this role fits. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applicants get first consideration.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Tags

Hourly pay

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