Analytical Chemist Job at Primus Group, Santa Maria, CA

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  • Primus Group
  • Santa Maria, CA

Job Description

Description

About PrimusLabs

PrimusLabs, a global leader in food safety for the fresh produce industry is in search of an Entry Level Analytical Chemist to support our team in Santa Maria, CA. For nearly 30 years, PrimusLabs has been a trailblazer in all aspects of produce food safety, offering the most extensive range of microbiological and pesticide testing services available to agricultural and other food industries, domestically and abroad. We offer dynamic solutions from laboratory testing, field sampling, and supply chain management throughout the produce world.

The primary function of the entry-level Analytical Chemist is to be part of the chemists' team performing pesticide analysis in agricultural and environmental samples according to set procedures and protocols.

Outstanding Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Life, and Long-Term Disability coverage, along with retirement benefit 401K (with employer match), paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Schedule: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Saturday 9a.m.-6 p.m.

RESPONSIBLITIES (NOT LIMITED TO):
• Perform routine pesticide residue testing and analysis of foods and environmental samples
• Utilize analytical techniques and instrumentation such as tandem mass spectrometers in gas and liquid chromatography, single quadrupole mass spectrometers, and other specific detectors
• Perform calibration and maintenance on instruments to ensure it is operating within set guidelines
• Handle chemicals such as solvents and acids in sample extractions and reagent preparation.
• Prepare chemical reagents and pesticide solutions as required in the analysis.
• Resolve/separate, identify and quantify unknowns and target compounds accurately by utilizing available instrumentation
• Verify and validate new analytical methods especially for non-routine work
• Execute standard operating procedures (SOPs) and test methods.
• Follow & perform Quality Control (QC) procedures - run QC samples as described in the QC schedule.
• Utilize good laboratory practices and safety within the laboratory.

Requirements

PREFERRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in chemistry
• Knowledge of LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, GC-MS, GC
• Laboratory Skills
• Excellent Math and computer skills
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to lift 35 pounds
• Good Communication Skills
• Quick to learn
• Good Work Ethics
• Open and flexible work schedule, including late evenings, weekends and/or overtimes

$28-$30 an hour based on experience.

Job Tags

Full time, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift

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