Laboratory Analyst II – Metals

At SPL the work you do matters. Our teams provide trusted energy and environmental testing and measurement solutions that protect communities support critical infrastructure and safeguard the environment. With a nationwide footprint and opportunities for growth across multiple locations and disciplines SPL is a place where you can build a career while making a real-world impact.

Were seeking a motivated Laboratory Analyst II to support trace metals analysis in our environmental laboratory located in Kilgore TX.

This is an exciting opportunity for a laboratory professional who thrives in a fast-paced high-volume environment and enjoys hands-on analytical testing laboratory instrumentation and producing accurate high-quality data in support of environmental compliance and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented safety-focused and motivated by supporting daily laboratory operations quality initiatives and continuous improvement efforts within a collaborative team environment.

What Youll Do

• Perform sample preparation trace metals analysis and QA/QC testing in accordance with EPA methods SOPs and regulatory standards
• Review validate and document analytical data within LIMS and escalate discrepancies or abnormal findings as needed
• Perform analytical calculations and assist with preparation of laboratory reports and documentation
• Operate calibrate maintain and troubleshoot ICP ICP-OES and/or ICP-MS instrumentation and laboratory equipment
• Support QA/QC programs audits corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives within a regulated laboratory environment
• Collaborate with laboratory staff to meet turnaround times and operational demands
• Perform additional duties as assigned

What Youll Bring

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry or related science field required; equivalent combination of education and relevant lab experience may be considered
• 1-2 years of professional hands-on analytical laboratory experience
• Demonstrated experience operating calibrating maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory instrumentation preferably ICP ICP-OES and/or ICP-MS systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word Excel Outlook)

Work Schedule

• Full-time onsite position following a standard Monday - Friday schedule
• Ability to work outside of scheduled hours including evenings or weekends as needed

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At SPL we believe that a diverse team is a strong team. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications merit and business needs without regard to race color religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin age disability veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities or for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable laws. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process please let us know.

Visa Sponsorship

At this time SPL is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position. We sincerely appreciate your interest and understanding and we encourage you to explore other opportunities with us that may be a fit in the future.