Lab Scientist - Entry Level

Description

LAUNCH YOUR CAREER IN LABORATORY SCIENCE & MAKE AN IMPACT ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION!

WORK SHIFT: 2nd Shift, Mon. - Fri., 2 PM to 10:30 PM

At Suburban Testing Labs our main purpose is to protect public health and preserve the environment. We're "built to last" with over 60 years of successful operations. Our award-winning laboratory provides a caring, family culture for our people.

We're experiencing accelerated growth and have an immediate opening for a Laboratory Analyst in our Inorganics dept. The selected candidate will be trained by our highly knowledgeable laboratory staff to perform important lab analyses that provide high quality, defensible data for our clients. A critical aspect of this role is to generate analytical data to help our clients ensure they are in compliance with governmental regulations related to protecting public health and the environment.

Our Laboratory Analysts are mentored by a senior scientist and provided the opportunity to continuously learn, enhance their skills and advance in their career with us. They work on state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation and perform analyses using a variety of analytical techniques and methods.

Our Benefits Package Includes

• Medical PPO plan with Capital Blue Cross;
• Dental and Vision;
• Short-term disability pay and free life insurance;
• 401(k) with company matching;
• Paid time off for volunteer activities;
• Paid time off bank to use for Vacation, Sick & Personal Time;
• Paid Parental Leave;
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account;
• Pet Insurance.
  
  

Some Of Our Perks Include

• Company events and other "fun stuff" provided throughout the year via our Events Committee;
• Pet-friendly office;
• Employee Assistance Program.
  
  

What You Will Be Doing

• Receive training on a variety of inorganic methods and demonstrate the ability to perform these analyses in a strict timeframe;
• Ensure the quality of the data being reported meets the requirements of the method;
• Analyze and enter data in the LIMS system for reporting to the client;
• Develop an understanding of the Quality system and support laboratory investigations and document updates/revisions;
• Gain basic knowledge of state and federal regulatory programs;
• Gain introductory experience with preventative maintenance for state-of-the-art instruments and equipment;
• Develop and maintain knowledge and understanding of laboratory systems and testing protocols, instrumentation and technology;
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

• A curious person who desires continued growth and development;
• A quality-focused mindset;
• Comfortable working both as a team and independently;
• Detail-oriented, analytical, organized, and focused;
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills;
• Capability to complete tasks within fast turnaround times;
• Ability to learn new tasks and prioritize effectively;
• Experience using Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word) as well as other Windows software.
  
  

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor’s Degree in Science or related area; or equivalent experience such as hands-on job experience performing lab analyses;
• Ability to manage and process high volumes of samples efficiently;
• Must be able to work first shift schedule Monday - Friday from 2:00 PM - 10 PM and be able to support a monthly Sunday rotation and a holiday rotation;
• Due to the on-site nature of this role, applicants must live within a reasonable commuting distance of Reading, PA.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 pounds periodically during each work shift;
• Ability to lift, push, pull and carry up to 10 pounds constantly.
• Engage in the following movements: Balancing, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, picking, grasping, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion;
• The incumbent is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines;
• The incumbent is potentially subject to conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: odors, gases, poor ventilation.
  
  

Suburban Testing Labs promotes diversity and provides a welcoming environment where different points of view and perspectives are encouraged! EOE- Equal Opportunity Employer.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT US PLEASE VISIT: www.suburbantestinglabs.com. We're a subsidiary of SPL and their website is: www.spllabs.com.

Please know our company does not offer sponsorship of employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions for this position.

If unable to demonstrate the physical requirements listed above, upon a standardized, objective assessment performed by external occupational health professionals, all reasonable accommodations will be made, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and any other applicable Federal and Pennsylvania law.

PAY LEVEL: $20.90 per hour ($19 base pay per hour plus 10% differential for 2nd shift)