Analyst

Northland Laboratories Sherwood , OR 97140

Posted Yesterday

Are you looking to progress in your career with a fast-growing food safety company? Are you a hardworking, collaborative team member ready to hit the ground running and get the job done? Then we are looking for you!

What we do:

Matrix Sciences International Inc. provides a uniquely comprehensive scope of laboratory, advisory, research, agriculture and data management services that support our customers' confidence in bringing safe, quality food to market.

The Matrix Sciences Laboratory in our Sherwood, Oregon location provides pesticide residue testing for clients throughout the country and internationally. It serves the agricultural and environmental communities testing needs with a comprehensive range of capabilities and services.

Why it matters:

This work provides support for good agricultural practices, identifies contamination levels for cleanup sites, supports projects for government and academic researchers, help with spray drift conflict.

Summary/Objective

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Perform analytical testing of food & ingredients, plant tissue samples and soil & water using gas and/or liquid chromatography.
  • Identify, communicate, and document non-conformities with instrumentation and methodologies, and assist with troubleshooting, assessment of root case and subsequent implementation of corrective actions.
  • Perform routine and non-routine instrument maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Participate in quality system activities, including maintenance of test and training records.
  • Ensure sample turnaround time goals and other key performance indicators are met.
  • Review & revision of controlled documents and procedures
  • Participate in internal and external audits related to ISO 17025:2017 accreditation status.
  • Under the direction of senior staff, conduct method validation activities including documentation and communication of results and status.
  • Identify and assist with implementation of process improvements
  • Adhere to lab safety procedures and reporting standards.
  • Follow written Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions.
  • Other duties may be assigned to assist with the operations of the lab.
  • The general schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8am to 4:30 pm.

Competencies

  • Communication Proficiency.
  • Computer and MS Office Suite Navigational Skills.
  • Problem solving, troubleshooting.
  • Process improvement.
  • Reliability.
  • Attention to Detail.
  • Flexibility.

Required Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Sciences, preferably Chemistry. Relevant laboratory experience may substitute for educational requirements.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a team.
  • Positive outlook with the ability to adapt to a changing environment.

What we offer:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401(k)
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Accident & Critical Illness
  • Paid Time-Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Work location:

  • Sherwood, Oregon

EEO Statement

Matrix Sciences International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Matrix Sciences is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees. We treat all employees and applicants in conformance with both the spirit and letter of federal, state, and local employment discrimination laws, regulations, and Executive Orders. The Company makes all employment decisions without regard to a person's race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniform services membership status or any other characteristic protected by law. Discrimination, retaliation or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated.

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