Asbestos Laboratory Analyst

Asbestos Laboratory Analyst

Department: Geoenvironmental

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Canton, MI

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions.

Due to MSG's continued growth, a new opening is available for a (position) to assist with our projects in Canton, MI!

• Log-in samples and consolidate by project and urgency.
• Scan and organize control documents.

• Calibrate laboratory equipment and reagents.
• Properly handle chemicals such as;
  Hydrochloric Acid, Tetrahydra-Furan, Butane, etc.
• Prepare and analyze bulk building materials (i.e. drywall systems, insulation, flooring, etc.) for asbestos analysis via Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM).
• Identify different types of asbestos, non-asbestos fibers, and other essential non-fibrous components.
• Assist with quality control activities for consistency and accuracy.

• Adhere to industry standards and regulatory requirements (ISO 17025)
• Adhere to health and safety protocols, including using proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensuring proper disposal of hazardous materials.
• Maintain a clean work station.

• Currently enrolled in a degree program in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Geology or another related field.
• Strong interest in laboratory work, environmental health, and safety.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Currently enrolled or graduated in a degree program in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Geology or another related field.
• Experience with technical equipment
• Experience in a laboratory setting
• Optical Mineralogy
• Microsoft Excel experience

• 401(k) w/ company match
• Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work!

It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.