Lab Analyst

Are you someone who is looking for an entry level lab technician role? Maybe a new grad who is interested in Environmental Studies or a related science degree? Do you want to help people know what is in their water & make a difference in your community? If the answer is yes, please check out the details of our Lab Analyst role below.

Work Schedule: Monday -Friday, 8:30am-5pm. Occasional Saturday mornings, no holidays.

Job Function

Analysts perform basic testing procedures on a variety of analytical instruments, assessing the outcomes of the analytical techniques and documenting the findings utilizing a system of laboratory reporting.

Responsibilities

Follow SOPs to produce sound, relevant, qualified data

Receive samples, log in samples, and direct samples to appropriate work stations

Prepare samples, including acidifications and digestions when necessary

Assess workloads and organize timely processes for completion of analysis

Creation of reagents, standards and all chemical components required for accurate assessments of chemical compositions of samples utilizing designated instruments

Qualification of instrument performance as required for continued certification

Apply understanding of the fundamentals of analytical chemistry to proper instrument performance and data production

Ensure integrity of data is maintained and quality control measures are met

Processing and entry of data

Peer review of fellow analysts quality measures and data

Follow safety protocols and good laboratory practices

Perform instrument maintenance

Work as part of the laboratory team to guarantee that required testing parameters are performed within established timeframes

Qualifications

High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) required,

Associates or Bachelors degree in related field, preferred

Minimum of 6 months related work experience

Education

High School Diploma or GEDAssociate DegreeCompany / Location Information

A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world's leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

Clean Water Testing is A.O. Smith's state certified Health and Safety Lab located in Appleton, WI.

We Offer

Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance (effective day 1), company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.

ADA Statement & EEO Statement

In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.