Instrumentation Associate 1 - Certified Group : Job Details

Certified Group is committed to delivering expert solutions and quality testing our customers can feel confident in - on time, every time - so the world can trust in what it consumes. As a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services, Certified Group includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), FSNS Certification & Audit, Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, and Labstat International Inc. Certified Group provides analytical testing and regulatory guidance services in the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries. We have embarked on an important journey to unify and strengthen our culture by living these core values: Start with the Customer, Drive to Deliver, Commit to Safety and Quality, and Believe in the Team - including believing in you.We are currently looking for a Instrumentation Associate to join our growing team!JOB SUMMARY

• Using organic chemistry techniques such as saponification and liquid-liquid extraction, prepares extracts or/and enriches analyses for further analysis
• Maintain quality system records related to analytical work and instrument maintenance
• Actively participates in any Proficiency Samples Program deemed relevant by Certified Laboratories
• Learns new wet chemistry and instrumentation techniques as appropriate
• Provides routine care and maintenance for instruments and equipment
• Proactively accepts deliveries for the department and prepares shipments to be sent out

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Chemistry, relevant experience is preferred.
• Conceptual basis in chemistry.
• Proven ability to perform standard chemical laboratory techniques.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Good arithmetic skills
• Ability to lift 40 lbs
• Manual dexterity
• Ability to distinguish colors
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods

Benefits:

• Progressive 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Employer Paid Short- Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Group Medical
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental
• Paid Holidays and Time Off
• Many positions which qualify for the company bonus program

Certified Group values diversity in its workforce. The company is firmly committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity and will administer its policies in a manner that treats each employee and applicant for employment on the basis of merit. Certified Group will take affirmative action to seek out qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status.