Airswift has been tasked by one of our major chemical manufacturing clients to find a

Lab Analyst 

to work

for initially 6-month contract in Ector County, TX.

Job Responsibilities:

Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products, as our highest priority

Perform routine analyses, including control samples and calibration checks, without supervision

Provide laboratory support including (but not limited to): preparation of equipment and reagents, storage of samples, packaging and shipping samples, stockroom/supplies, sampling, and instrument and method maintenance

Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust instruments and methods, coordinating with instrument service representatives when necessary

Maintain analytical data and Lab operating statistical record, to support plant operations and customer specification requirements

Analyze & document raw materials, in-process and finished products in accordance with Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures

Assure that the plant is furnished with sample analysis for process control decisions and technical studies in a timely, accurate manner 

Be thoroughly familiar with and able to operate instrumentation such as analytical balances, automatic titrators, ICP, particle size distribution analyzer, ion chromatograph (IC), and gas chromatographs

Participate in learning and incorporating new technologies into the laboratory processes as directed by management

Qualifications:

Associate's Degree in Chemistry or related field, two year Lab Tech program or equivalent education with a minimum 2 years of college chemistry and 1 year of college math or equivalent work experience

Must be knowledgeable in analytical methods and functions and be able to perform mathematical calculations

Must be able to work, overtime, weekends, callouts, and holidays as necessary

High proficiency in Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to read, write and speak in English

Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team

Must possess valid driver’s license

Must be able to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders and stairs

Walking, bending, stooping is required

Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator and be able to respond to visual and audible alarms

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