Lab Anaylst

Volt is immediately hiring Lab Analyst in Santa Maria, CA. Volt takes great care of our great hires. As a Lab Analyst you will: Preform 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. Execute standard operating procedures (SOPs) and test methods Utilize good laboratory practices and safety within the laboratory. This is a Full-Time 2nd Shift Opportunity. Pay Ranges from $22-24/hr The ideal candidate will have: Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field Knowledge of LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, GC-MS, GC Excellent Math and computer skills Excellent organizational and analytical skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to multitask Ability to lift 35 pounds Open and flexible work schedule, including late evenings, weekends and/or overtimes Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration. Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible. Benefits: Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please click here or call (866) -. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. Job ID : 421485