Laboratory Analyst (Asbestos)

Laboratory Analyst (Asbestos)

EMSL ANALYTICAL INC - 2.3

South Pasadena, CA Job Details Full-time $22.50 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off On-the-job training Qualifications Mineralogical analysis Experimental data reports Geology Data analysis reporting Laboratory equipment routine checks Sample preparation Environmental laboratory testing Laboratory information management systems Electron microscopy Scanning Analysis skills Laboratory reports Quality assurance in testing Bachelor's degree Task prioritization Laboratory quality control Laboratory preventive maintenance Cleaning Bachelor's degree in geology Optical microscopy Phone call management Entry level Quality data entry Under 1 year Time management Sample accessioning Full Job Description LA Testing is seeking a Laboratory Analyst (Asbestos) in South Pasadena . No laboratory experience is required, just a desire to learn technical skills and become proficient in common laboratory practices and procedures. On-the-job training will be provided for all new employees.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Preparation and analysis of bulk and solid materials for asbestos content using PLM (Polarized Light Microscopy), PCM (Phase Contrast Microscopy), and/or TEM (Transmission Electron Microscopy), and all ancillary quality control procedures Determination of visual percentage and optical properties of asbestos and non-asbestos material Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment as needed Generate analytical reports and enter data into LIMS system Perform quality control practices per company Quality Assurance/Quality Control manual Administrative duties including sample login and data entry, scanning and emailing reports and answering phones Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the manager

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Geology or related science is a plus Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship Light microscopy, optical mineralogy/petrographic microscope training preferred Some Laboratory experience either in academic or commercial setting 0 to 1 years' experience performing asbestos

PLM/TEM/PCM

analysis Ability to distinguish colors in order to perform analysis Ability to work independently and as a part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability and a positive attitude Effective time management, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and prioritize with minimal assistance

Available Shift:

Position is full time, Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of South Pasadena, CA are encouraged to apply LA Testing offers full time benefits: medical, dental, 401(k), voluntary benefits, paid time off, holiday pay and a flexible spending account. The pay rate for this position is $22.50 per hour. To find out more about EMSL Analytical, Inc.

please visit our website at:

www.emsl.com EOE including Veterans and Disabled