Lab Analyst II (Organics/SVOA)

SPL - 1.7

Reading, PA Job Details Full-time 21 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave AD&D insurance Paid holidays Visa sponsorship Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Bachelor's degree Productivity software

Full Job Description Description:

At SPL , the work you do matters. Our teams provide trusted energy and environmental testing and measurement solutions that protect communities, support critical infrastructure, and safeguard the environment. With a nationwide footprint and opportunities for growth across multiple locations and disciplines, SPL is a place where you can build a career while making a real-world impact. We're seeking a motivated Laboratory Analyst II to join our environmental laboratory team in Reading, PA. This role is focused on semi-volatile organic analysis (SVOA) and is ideal for a laboratory professional with hands-on experience in organic sample preparation, extraction, and/or analytical instrumentation. You'll support the full analytical process, including sample preparation, instrumental analysis, quality control, data review, troubleshooting, and documentation. What You'll Do Perform sample preparation and extraction for semi-volatile organic analysis (SVOA) Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation, including GC-MS, GC, GC-ECD, and HPLC. Perform organic analytical testing and required QA/QC activities in accordance with approved methods and procedures Review and interpret analytical data, perform required calculations, and resolve or escalate QC issues, discrepancies, or unusual findings as needed Accurately document sample preparation, laboratory activities, instrument performance, and analytical results in LIMS Collaborate with team members and management to meet turnaround times, balance workload, and support cross-training Support audits, corrective actions, SOP revisions, and continuous improvement initiatives Maintain laboratory organization, glassware, inventory, and supplies Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related scientific discipline 2+ years of professional analytical laboratory experience with GC-MS, GC, GC-ECD, and/or HPLC instrumentation Previous experience performing organic extractions strongly preferred Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and LIMS What We Offer Competitive hourly pay Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with company match Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays Paid parental leave Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement and professional development support Work Schedule Full-time, on-site position Monday - Friday schedule Ability to work outside normal business hours, including evenings, rotating weekends and holidays, and one Sunday per month Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At SPL, we believe that a diverse team is a strong team. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities or for sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please let us know. Visa Sponsorship At this time, SPL is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position. We sincerely appreciate your interest and understanding, and we encourage you to explore other opportunities with us that may be a fit in the future.