Analytical Chemist (Metals)

About the role

We’re seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Analytical Chemist to support metals analysis in our environmental laboratory located in Conroe, TX. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven Chemist who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume analytical laboratory environment and is passionate about hands-on analytical instrumentation, complex problem-solving, and delivering high-quality data that directly supports environmental compliance, public safety, and critical regulatory decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Perform trace metals analysis on environmental and quality control samples in accordance with EPA methods and laboratory procedures
• Prepare, digest, and process samples using approved analytical methods, SOPs, and regulatory protocols
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain ICP and ICP-MS instrumentation
• Review, interpret, validate, and document analytical data within LIMS
• Perform QA/QC checks and identify instrument drift, matrix interferences, analytical discrepancies, or sample anomalies requiring corrective action
• Support method development, transfer, verification, optimization, and troubleshooting activities
• Assist with CAPA investigations, SOP updates, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and collaborate with team members to meet turnaround times and productivity goals
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related scientific discipline
• 2+ years of hands-on analytical laboratory experience performing metals analysis and operating, calibrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting ICP and/or ICP-MS instrumentation
• Experience with QA/QC analysis, analytical data review, root cause analysis, method development, and CAPA
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other basic computer applications
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

Schedule

Full-time, on-site position. Ability to work outside of scheduled hours as required to meet operational or workload needs.

At this time, SPL is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.