Associate Analytical Chemistry Specialist

Certified Group is committed to partnering with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise – So The World Can Trust In What It Consumes™. Our network of 30+ North American and European laboratories serves the food & beverage, dietary supplements, cosmetics, OTC, tobacco/nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries.

Our Brands

Certified Group is comprised of a set of specialized brands that collectively deliver laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services across highly regulated industries:

• Certified Laboratories – Provides comprehensive analytical and microbiological testing, primarily supporting food, beverage, cosmetics, OTC, and dietary supplement industries.


• Food Safety Net Services (FSNS) – A leading network of ISO-accredited laboratories across North America, focused on food safety testing, operational support, and technical services for the food industry.


• Labstat – A global leader in contract research and testing for nicotine, tobacco, cannabis, hemp, and next-generation products, with deep expertise in analytical chemistry and toxicology.


• EAS Consulting Group – A regulatory consulting firm offering expert guidance, training, and auditing support across FDA, USDA, and other regulated sectors, powered by a large network of independent advisors.


• FSNS Certification & Audit – Provides accredited third-party auditing and certification services, including food safety, animal welfare, and GMP programs.

Certified Group is a leading North American provider of laboratory testing and audit and certification services. The Certified Group of companies includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, Labstat International Inc., Advanced Botanical Consulting & Testing (ABC Testing Inc.), Microconsult Inc. and Micro Quality Labs Inc. The Certified Group provides analytical testing and regulatory guidance services in the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, cannabis, nicotine and hemp industries.  

JOB SUMMARY

• Using organic chemistry techniques such as saponification and liquid-liquid extraction, prepares extracts or/and enriches analyses for further analysis


• Maintain quality system records related to analytical work and instrument maintenance


• Actively participates in any Proficiency Samples Program deemed relevant by Certified Laboratories


• Learns new wet chemistry and instrumentation techniques as appropriate


• Provides routine care and maintenance for instruments and equipment

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Chemistry, relevant experience is preferred.


• Conceptual basis in chemistry.


• Proven ability to perform standard chemical laboratory techniques.


• Good organizational and communication skills.


• Good arithmetic skills


• Ability to lift 40 lbs


• Manual dexterity


• Ability to distinguish colors


• Ability to stand for prolonged periods

Benefits:

• Progressive 401k Retirement Savings Plan


• Employer Paid Short- Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance


• Group Medical


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Dental


• Paid Holidays and Time Off


• Many positions which qualify for the company bonus program

Certified Group values diversity in its workforce. The company is firmly committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity and will administer its policies in a manner that treats each employee and applicant for employment on the basis of merit. Certified Group will take affirmative action to seek out qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status.

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