Scientist I - Eurofins Environment Testing, Tacoma, WA

This position is an entry to mid-level analytical position. The chemist performs sample preparation as well as the analysis of environmental sample for volatile organic analysis. The chemist interprets and manages data using LIMS, Chemstation, and Excel, ensuring that data meets all established QA/QC criteria and is made available to the department Leads and manager within specified time frames.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Using established procedures, prepare, analyze and document sample analyses using GC/MS and other methodologies.Familiarity with established procedures, for the preparation and documentation of samples using GC/MS, 8260, 624.1, NWTPH Gx, and other methodologies.Perform and interpret required QA/QC procedures; recommend, perform and document corrective actions and possible impacts to data quality.Perform all functions in support of and in compliance with all state and federal employee regulations.Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner.Demonstrate proactive commitment and adherence to industry and company safety regulations and proceduresCompletes all training requirements and ensures they are fully documented and on file with Quality Assurance and Safety Officers.Manages the completion of regular training and DOC (Demonstration of Capabilities) for staff per our quality policies under the direction of department Group Leaders and QA department.Ensure internal/external audit findings are completed on time.Regular attendance and punctualityPerform routine maintenance, and consult with vendor technicians (support engineers) when appropriateManage inventory needs, assist in ordering of supplies, and maintain stock of all necessary components, supplies, standards and reagents.Utilize computer software to prioritize work, track samples, acquire data, perform calculations and statistical analysis, and store data to meet established deadlines.Conduct review of analytical sample preparation data including: checks for completeness, calculation accuracy, data interpretation and data quality objective coherence. Provide all documentation for peer and scientific review of data in a timely mannerTroubleshoot instrument problems, perform routine maintenance, and consult with vendor technicians (support engineers) when appropriateTrain coworkers in sample preparation and analysis, instrument operation and maintenance, troubleshooting techniques and data quality objective adherenceConstructively problem-solve work issues with team members and other lab staff as well asProvide feedback to Group Leader, Lab Manager, Quality Assurance Officer and/or Project Managers about analysis, data, or other issuesEnsure department specific Standard Operating Procedures are reviewed and/or updated on time.Provide back-up assistance to other analysts and lab assistants when necessaryEnsure department is using established procedures to ship/receive client samplesMake recommendations and implement new methods, cost saving techniques or practices, efficiency improvements and policies for the department.Coordinate with the department managers and group leaders, technicians and chemists on a daily basis.