Instrumentation Laboratory Assistant (25120)

Company: Certified Laboratories
Location: Irvine
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Certified Laboratories has a new rewarding opportunity for a motivated Instrumentation Laboratory Assistant candidate. The selected candidate will perform digestions and extractions for chromatographic tests; prepares samples and reagents; cleans glassware, refrigerators and equipment; provides general assistance in the department; maintains a clean and orderly environment, accepts deliveries; prepares shipments to be sent out; performs any other duties deemed necessary.

Essential Functions:

• Performs digestions and extractions in a timely fashion maintaining a high level of quality.
• Performs sample and reagent preparation.
• Successfully maintains inventory of supplies for department.
• Provides assistance to staff of Instrumentation department.
• Maintains a clean and orderly environment.
• Performs sample preparation operations such as compositing and grinding, using techniques appropriate for each sample.
• Learns new techniques as appropriate.
• Provides routine care and maintenance for instruments and equipment. This includes washing glassware, refrigerators and equipment, as well as maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
• Proactively accepts deliveries for the department and prepares shipments to be sent out.
• Works effectively with other members of the department and with other departments.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent work experience.
• Previous experience working in a laboratory environment preferred, but not required.
• Conceptual basis in chemistry.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong organizational and detail oriented skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for prolonged periods.

We value our employees as they are the key to our success. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by a competitive salary with an extensive benefits package. We work to maintain a progressive and collaborative work environment where we empower people and provide them with opportunities to develop their long term career.

Certified Laboratories, Inc. is a nationally recognized laboratory. We are one of the largest, private, independent laboratories in the nation and are located in New York, Illinois, and California. Each of our laboratories has its own area of expertise and is acknowledged as a leader in the field of food safety and analysis.

Certified Laboratories values diversity in its workforce. The company is firmly committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity and will administer its policies in a manner that treats each employee and applicant for employment on the basis of merit. Certified Laboratories will take affirmative action to seek out qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status.

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