Analyst I

Overview:

Position Title: Analyst I

Business Title: Laboratory Analyst I, Metals

Entity: Consumer Products Services Division

Department: Galbraith

  Location: Knoxville, TN

  Reports to (N+1): Metals Laboratory Supervisor

  FLSA: Non-Exempt

Hours Worked: Second shift typically 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, Monday through Friday, forty-hours per week.

However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.

Position Summary:

The Laboratory Analyst I, Metals is responsible for preparing and analyzing a wide variety of client samples for elemental content using analytical chemistry methodology and various spectroscopic instruments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•    Preparing samples, standard reference materials, reagents, and/or solutions.
•    Maintaining a clean and well-organized work area.
•    Performing and documenting routine maintenance and calibration of instrumentation.
•    Documenting/recording raw data and results of analyses.
•    Executing analytical procedures in accordance with the appropriate regulations.
•    Follow the guidelines set forth with the company Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures. 
•    Comply with company management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies. 
•    Follows the guidelines set forth in the company Quality Manual and Safety / Chemical Hygiene Plan. 
•    Adhere to the requirements of the company Quality System. 
•    Other duties as defined by supervisor, department needs and workload. 

Skills & Proficiencies:

•    Good critical thinker and problem solver, possess good interpersonal skills, and have good technical writing and communication skills.
•    The ability to prioritize, multi-task, and interpret mathematical relationships.
•    Possess a willingness to learn in a team-based environment.
•    The ability to work independently and as part of a group.
•    Good attention to detail.
•    Basic computer skills.
•    Positive attitude, self-motivated, high level of engagement. 
•    Adheres to company values. 

Education and Experience:

•    Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology or closely related field.
•    Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in an analytical chemistry laboratory preferred.
•    Experience in a GLP/cGMP and ISO regulated environment preferred.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.