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This position can be a physical job that may require standing for long periods, working with organic solvents, laboratory glassware and specialized equipment.\nResponsibilities:\nThe ideal candidate will have experience in several of the following: HPLC, LC-MS, LC-MS/MS, GC-FID, GC-ECD, GC-MS, and Wet Chemistry.\nPreparation of samples using standard techniques\nPerforming chemical analysis using standard techniques\nPrioritizing work assignments to ensure that extraction and analysis hold times are met\nAnalyze drinking water and complex environmental sample extracts for organic semi-volatile compounds including but not limited to pesticides, PCBs, SVOCs, SOCs, & PFAS by GC/ECD, GC/MS, HPLC, & LC/MS/MS\nReview raw data for accuracy and interferences as well as proper integration\nReview chromatograms and mass spectra for proper identification in complicated matrices\nPrepare and analyze duplicates and dilutions as needed\nRecording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor\nPerforming routine instrument maintenance and repair\nCompetency on complex instrumentation instrument specific software (training is provided)\nResponsible for keeping personal training documentation (training records, IDOC/DOC) current and accurate.\nResponsible for timely completion of assigned/scheduled QC samples (MDL, LOD/LOQ, PT)\nResponsible for general housekeeping in work area\nProficient, with IDOCs, for a minimum for 50% of methods carried out in the department\nResponsible for performing job functions in compliance with ELEMENT MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY environmental, health and safety and quality assurance standards\nDemonstrates and promotes the company vision\nRequirements:\nBS or BA in chemistry or related field.\n5-10 years analytical chemistry experience in a related Environmental Science or TIC field.\nExperience with HPLC, LC-MS/MS, LC-MS, GC-MS, and Wet Chemistry.\nEPA method 1633A, 533, and/or 537.1 Rev 2.0 experience is a plus.\nExperience with LIMS data entry\nProficiency in calibration standard and QC sample preparation and analysis\nDemonstrate excellent time management and organizational skills\nExperience scheduling work to ensure that sample holding times are not exceeded and that customer service goals for turnaround time are achieved\nTeam participation and meeting management skills\nDemonstrate good problem-solving skills\nWork independently following written and verbal instructions\nCooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing\nReading, writing and speaking skills\nPay: From $25.00 per hour\nBenefits:\n401(k)\n401(k) matching\nDental insurance\nHealth insurance\nPaid time off\nVision insurance\nWork Location: In person","company":"Element Materials Technology","rawCompany":"element materials technology","city":"Fort Wayne","state":"IN","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-12T13:51:33.869Z","occupations":[{"code":"19-4031.00","title":"Chemical Technicians","slug":"chemical-technicians"},{"code":"19-2031.00","title":"Chemists","slug":"chemists"},{"code":"19-4042.00","title":"Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health","slug":"environmental-science-and-protection-technicians-including-health"}],"industries":[{"code":"325998","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-chemical-product-and-preparation-manufacturing"},{"code":"541380","title":"Testing Laboratories and Services","slug":"testing-laboratories-and-services"},{"code":"541620","title":"Environmental Consulting Services","slug":"environmental-consulting-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Chemist (Environmental Testing)","description":"Element has an upcoming opportunity for an Analytical Chemist (Environmental Testing) to join our growing team in Fort Wayne, IN. 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