ICP-MS Chemist Lead at Certified Laboratories Inc – Burbank, California

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 ICP-MS Lead to join our growing team!

JOB SUMMARY

The ICP-MS Chemist Lead will be responsible for testing sample utilizing ICP-MS instrumentation and provide leadership to the heavy metals team.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs analysis using one or more of the following techniques: ICP-MS or other instrument in a timely fashion maintaining a high level of quality.
• Performs non-routine analysis, as required.
• Performs preliminary sample preparation, when needed.
• Proactively assists in development and validation of methods, as required.
• Ability to work with heavy volume.
• Successfully participates in proficiency testing.
• Participates in relevant ISO QA/QC activities and documentation thereof.
• Lead the heavy metals team of chemists.
• Reports results for tests.
• Prepare standards and maintain their inventory.
• Other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• BS degree in chemistry
• Must have 3-5 years extensive experience with ICP/MS and ICP-OES, including but not limited to maintenance, troubleshooting, and method optimization/development
• Demonstrated supervisory/leadership experience leading a team of heavy metals/trace metals chemists or technicians
• Strong relevant quantitative skills
• High level of computer skills and familiarity with data acquisition software
• Strong trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills
• High level of computer literacy
• Good conceptual basis in analytical chemistry
• Proven ability to perform standard chemical laboratory techniques

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.