Overview
Laboratory Analyst – Mercury Jobs in Bedford – Nova Scotia at Bureau Veritas Group
Title: Laboratory Analyst – Mercury
Company: Bureau Veritas Group
Location: Bedford – Nova Scotia
Category: Research/Development
Position: Laboratory Analyst 2 – Mercury
Do you believe in the power of
teamwork
and sharing ideas? Do you take pride in delivering exceptional quality and service with everything you do? Do you seek out ideas for improving the status quo? If you want to
make a difference
and love being surrounded by the best and the brightest, Bureau Veritas Laboratories might be the place for you!
Imagine being surrounded by the brightest minds in the industry. Bureau Veritas is looking for an ANALYST 2 – MERCURY WORKSTATION This is a Full-Time position with Medical Benefits and
Retirement Savings
Plan As an ANALYST 2, your responsibilitiesare:
Perform chemical analysis using Cold Vapor Atomic Absorption (CVAA) instrumentation. Report sample results using Excel and LIMS including control charting. Organize and prioritize samples based on TAT and hold time requirements. Prepares sample digestions for mercury analysis for several matrices including water, soil, coal, paint, biota, filters, solid waste and leachates detailed in various Standard Operation Procedures. Responsible for the preparation of all standards and reagents for the workstation.
Complete documentation of digestion, reagent, maintenance and verification logs is also a key responsibility. Key Accountability/
Responsibilities:
Follow Standard Operating Procedures and ensure strict adherence to procedures. Responsible for sample digestions of various matrices. Operation, maintenance and analysis using CVAA. Instrument troubleshooting and
problem solving
. Maintain control charts as per QA manual requirements, monitor for failure to meet tolerances and consult with Supervisor regarding remedial action. General housekeeping of laboratory and workstations. Prepare samples, sub-samples and reagents. Ensure samples, extracts and standard solutions are properly labelled and stored in the appropriate location.
Maintain up to date maintenance records for instrumentation. Meet quality and turnaround time specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analysed within holding time requirements. Provide supervisor with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays. Perform simple analysis, including operation of balances and meters. Maintaining a clean organized workspace. Follow all laboratory safety rules and regulations.
Train Lab Technicians and Analyst 1 as required.
Ability to
work overtime and occasional weekends to accommodate client needs. Other duties as required Availability for shift work, OT and weekend work required
You are
an ideal ANALYST 2 if you have [Minimum
Requirements
]:
You have
a Technical diploma required, . preferred
You have
knowledge of standard operating procedures and instrumental techniques
You have
1 to 3 years of experience in related area of testing
You have
sound knowledge of sample handling procedures to ensure continuity and integrity of samples through compliance with laboratory procedures and
quality assurance
protocols Attributes:
Good time-management,
multi-tasking
, organization and prioritization skills
Good analytical
laboratory skills Basic laboratory cleanliness skills Positive outlook with an ability to work in a
fast-paced environment
Ability to
work under pressure…
