Sunshine Enterprise USA · 2 months ago
Environmental Analyst
Orlando, Florida, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expSunshine Enterprise USA is a company in the Government & Public Sector, seeking an Environmental Analyst to perform laboratory-based testing and analysis of metals in environmental samples. The role emphasizes data accuracy, adherence to EPA protocols, and upholding quality assurance standards.
EmploymentHuman ResourcesRecruitingStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Conduct trace-metal analysis in environmental matrices (water, wastewater, soil, sludge, biosolids, etc.) following EPA methods (200.7, 200.8, 245.1, 3050B, etc.)
Perform sample preparation including hot-block digestion, microwave digestion, and fusion techniques
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation: ICP-OES and ICP-MS for multi-element quantification
Graphite Furnace AA (GFAA), Cold Vapor AA (CVAAS), and Cold Vapor Atomic Fluorescence (CVAFS) for mercury and other ultra-trace metals
UV-Vis spectrophotometry for colorimetric metal assays
Execute full QA/QC protocols per EPA and NELAC/TNI standards: calibration curves, continuing calibration verification (CCV), blanks, laboratory control samples (LCS), matrix spikes/duplicates, and internal standards
Enter, review, and validate data in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS); flag outliers and ensure traceability
Participate in internal audits, proficiency testing (PT), and method validation studies
Collaborate with QA officers, senior analysts, and cross-functional teams on non-routine investigations, method improvements, and regulatory reporting
Maintain detailed electronic bench sheets and logbooks in compliance with SOPs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Analytical Chemistry, or related discipline
1–3+ years in an accredited environmental laboratory with primary focus on metals analysis
Analytical Chemistry Expertise
Proven metal analysis in environmental matrices
Sample digestion (EPA 200.7, 200.8, 245.1, etc.)
Data validation and result interpretation
Direct hands-on experience or formal training with ICP-OES / ICP-MS
Direct hands-on experience or formal training with GFAA / CVAAS / CVAFS
Direct hands-on experience or formal training with colorimetric methods (spectrophotometry)
Direct hands-on experience or formal training with block digestors and wet-chemistry prep
QA/QC compliance with EPA and NELAC guidelines
Calibration, blanks, LCS, spikes, duplicates
Internal audit participation
Strict SOP adherence
Data entry, result reporting, issue flagging
Data integrity and traceability
Teamwork with QA staff and peers
Support for ad-hoc projects and investigations
Clear communication of anomalies and process improvements
Preferred
NELAC/TNI assessor training
EPA method-specific certifications
LIMS user certification
Company
Sunshine Enterprise USA
Sunshine Enterprise USA offers staffing and recruitment solution for corporates, small businesses, and government entities.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Sam Faragalla, MA, SHRM-SCP
Director Of Recruiting and Co-Founder
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