Analyst I

This role is located in Marchwood, within the Cawood Scientific Environment Division. Marchwood, part of Cawood, was established in 1998 and performs a range of specialist analytical testing services to customers operating in the Environmental, Industrial and Agricultural Sectors from its three laboratories based in the South and North of England. As a leading UK Dioxin and Furans analysis laboratory and the UK’s leading specialist laboratory for independent occupational hygiene analysis, Marchwood offers a range of services for the environmental, occupational and food/feed sectors. Learn more about Marchwood by clicking here.Job Description:To learn and become competent in performing routine analysis on samples, working to deadlines and in accordance with UKAS guidelines. As follows:Perform and interpret analysis on samples using analytical instrumentation. Work to UKAS standards (ISO 17025 and MCERTS) to ensure that the agreed quality standards and requirements e.g. calibrations, AQC charts etc. are continually adhered to. Perform and monitor QC checks.Ensure that all work carried out complies with documented procedures and samples are handled correctly. Accurately record and analyse data, identify possible deviations.Perform routine instrument calibration and maintenance. Troubleshooting, identifying root cause and implement viable corrective actions – know your limitations, ask for assistance from senior analyst/superior when unsure.Prepare standards and solutions.To aid in the preparation of samples when needed.Maintain a high standard of personal knowledge and skills relevant to role through self-directed learning. Maintain own training file.Keep the laboratory clean and tidy at all times.In conjunction with supervisor prioritise and manage workload.Effectively communicate with co-workers and superiors. Inform team leader/supervisor/manager if resources (staff or equipment) are inadequate to meet demands. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense