Ammunition technician vs laboratory analyst

Differences between ammunition technician and laboratory analyst duties and responsibilities

Ammunition technician example responsibilities.

• Manage numerous outdoor storage locations for government ammunition stockpiles while simultaneously providing rapid logistical support to facilitate employee training.
• Help in combat disposal and emergency destruct operations.
• Collaborate with EPA officials to ensure positive audit results and gather all necessary documentation for compliance for with audit procedures.
• Assist HAZWOPER technicians with logistical support for operations on project operations including research of facilities and vendors need for project completion.
• Used a full face respirator daily, when handling certain hazardous materials.
• Develop training plans, coursework, handouts and visual aids (Microsoft PowerPoint presentations, overheads).

Laboratory analyst example responsibilities.

• Use sophisticate laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, FTIR, UV, GC) and computer systems to collect and record data.
• Analyze organic compounds using gravimetric, titration, distillation and spectrophotometry methods.
• Prepare for and represent the laboratory during FDA, customer, and ISO audits.
• Complete preparation of organic samples for GC, HPLC, IR and GCMS analysis.
• Prepare solid and aqueous samples for analysis on diagnostic instruments including GC, GCMS and IC.
• Utilize internal LIMS computer database for data entry and communication.
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