Full Time Laboratory Technician I

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

Job Description

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Responsible for managing outsourced samples with partner Eurofins laboratories to ensure timely COA release for clients
• Preparing samples to be sent to sister labs or other contract labs for subcontracted work
• Responsible for processing online electronic orders from clients and sister labs
• Works with external and/or internal courier services to ensure timely arrival and delivery of samples
• Assists in coordinating logistics of courier routes when needed
• Understand and follow Quality System documents relevant to responsibilities, e.g., Quality Manual, SOPPs, and Methods
• Registration of incoming samples, maintaining a neat and accurate record system of work performed on a daily basis and as needed for quality control tests or regulatory purposes
• Enter the sample data into Eurofins labware management system in a timely and accurate manner
• Maintain supply inventory
• Adhere to appropriate quality measures to meet or exceed the standards set by  government regulatory, and company requirements relevant to assigned duties. Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations relative to assigned analytical work; maintain and assist others in maintaining a clean, safe work environment. Identify process difficulties and report these together with proposed solutions to supervisor
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with all company employees.  Communicate professionally, timely, and clearly to co-workers.  This includes “intra” and “inter” departmental employees
• Promote the company image through the exercising of sound and ethical business practices as related to the public and our customers
• Continually strive to improve the quality of work we provide to our clients through existing and new technologies
• Perform other related duties as assigned including appropriate aseptic preparation and processing of samples and associated process controls
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

Disclaimer:

This position description is written as a guideline to inform employees of what is generally expected of them at each job level.  The description is not intended to be all encompassing or limiting in any manner; rather, it is hoped it will add understanding and better reflect the work performed at all levels of employment.  Duties and responsibilities other than those listed may be included as needed within the work group or the company as a whole.

The above information may not be used or duplicated by others without written consent.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess:

• AS or BS degree in Microbiology, Food Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field
• Experience in plating, plate reading, and sample preparation
• Team spirit and positive attitude are essential to being successful in this role
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays as needed
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Schedule:

• Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00am – 6:30pm

What we offer:

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.