Analytical Chemist (Fort Wayne)

Element has an upcoming opportunity for an Analytical Chemist (Environmental Testing) to join our growing team in Fort Wayne, IN. The Analytical Chemist (Environmental Testing) prepares and analyzes environmental and drinking water samples using standard analytical techniques according to approved scientific and EPA methodologies in compliance with Element Materials Technology quality assurance programs and standard operating procedures (SOPs). This position can be a physical job that may require standing for long periods, working with organic solvents, laboratory glassware and specialized equipment.Responsibilities:Preparation of samples using standard techniquesPerforming chemical analysis using standard techniquesPrioritizing work assignments to ensure that extraction and analysis hold times are metAnalyze drinking water and complex environmental sample extracts for organic semi-volatile or volatile compounds including but not limited to pesticides, PCBs, SVOCs, SOCs and VOCs by GC, GC-ECD and/or GC-MSReview raw data for accuracy and interferences as well as proper integrationReview chromatograms and mass spectra for proper identification in complicated matricesPrepare and analyze duplicates and dilutions as neededRecording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisorPerforming routine instrument maintenance and repairCompetency in complex instrumentation instrument specific software (training is provided)Responsible for keeping personal training documentation (training records, IDOC/CDOC) current and accurate.Responsible for timely completion of assigned/scheduled QC samples (MDL, LOD/LOQ, PT)Responsible for general housekeeping in work areaRequirements:BA or BS in chemistry or related scientific field.1-5 years analytical chemistry experience in a related Environmental Science or TIC field.Experienced in several of the following: HPLC, LC-MS, LC-MS/MS, GC-FID, GC-ECD, GC-MS, and Wet ChemistryExperience with LIMS data entrProficiency in calibration standard and QC sample preparation and analysiDemonstrate excellent time management and organizational skillExperience scheduling work to ensure that sample holding times are not exceeded and that customer service goals for turnaround time are achieveTeam participation and meeting management skillDemonstrate good problem-solving skillWork independently following written and verbal instructionReading, writing and speaking skillProficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsLifting Demands:Frequency of required physical force: Minimum (moderate).