What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Analyst - Environmental Sampling position at Bureau Veritas Group?
Position Title: Analyst I
Business Title: Lab Analyst – Environmental Sampling
Entity: Consumer Products Services Division
Department: ATL
Location: Hodges, SC
Reports to (N 1): Director of Operations
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Hours Worked: Typically, Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week. However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.
Compensation Range: $21 an hour (e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as locations, education, experience, and skillset).
Position Summary
The Lab Analyst – Environmental Sampling is primarily responsible for performing environmental swabbing of the production area, to support the validation process of a new water system.
Duties And Responsibilities
Business Title: Lab Analyst – Environmental Sampling
Entity: Consumer Products Services Division
Department: ATL
Location: Hodges, SC
Reports to (N 1): Director of Operations
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Hours Worked: Typically, Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week. However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.
Compensation Range: $21 an hour (e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as locations, education, experience, and skillset).
Position Summary
The Lab Analyst – Environmental Sampling is primarily responsible for performing environmental swabbing of the production area, to support the validation process of a new water system.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Perform environmental swabbing/sampling of the production area for downstream microbiological measurement, using prescribed testing methods appropriate to the sample. This includes but is not limited to swab sampling of equipment, water tanks, air handling etc. in the production area.
- Receive client training on and demonstrate proficiency in climbing a ladder (attached to wall; ~12ft) to take water samples from a water tank.
- Maintain lab cleanliness and organization, including washing of glassware, general cleaning, restocking of reagents and consumables, and disposal of biohazard waste from microbiological testing.
- Maintain and calibrate lab equipment as required
- Support Quality and continuous improvement projects for facility
- Understand and adhere to standards for appropriate test methods and SOP’s.
- Perform any required quality and safety checks on samples submitted prior to testing.
- Performs testing in coordination with clients, coworkers, and supervision from management
- Escalates troubleshooting to client as soon as possible
- Accurately report and record test data in electronic notebook or handwritten notebooks as needed in a timely manner
- Report safety, instrument and technical issues to the appropriate contacts.
- Prepare a variety of equipment for testing using prescribed standards / specifications
- Prepare stock solutions, and keeping shelves and reagent stocked.
- Maintain up to date knowledge of current methods and products to be tested.
- Follow the guidelines set forth with clients and in the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures.
- Comply with clients and Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
- Follow the guidelines set forth by clients and the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc Quality Manual and Safety / Chemical Hygiene Plan.
- Adhere to the requirements of the client’s Quality System.
- Perform testing independently and with limited to no supervision from management.
- Identify and escalate issues to clients and management.
- Prepare written technical reports; learn and use client LIM system
- Perform basic data analysis as-assigned
- Assist with training if requested and qualified on the method or process
- Ability and flexibility to work a rotational schedule if needed to support a 24/7 facility operation
- Other duties as defined by client sponsor, department needs and workload.
- Physical ability to climb and comfort with climbing a ladder
- Knowledge of GMP regulations, preferred
- Written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively in a group setting, with colleagues and clients
- Organizational and time management skills
- Ability to overlay tasks as able
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet or exceed deadlines
- Individual and Team work ethic
- Proficiency with Windows, Word & Excel
- Attention to detail
- Positive attitude, self-motivated, high level of engagement
- Ability to present both facts and recommendations effectively
- Technical problem-solving and process-improvement skills
- Adheres company Values
- Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree in science
Salary : $21
