Asbestos PLM Analyst - Eurofins Built Environment Testing - Tustin, CA

About the role

Eurofins Built Environment Testing is searching for an experienced Asbestos Analyst in Tustin, CA and possibly other CA locations. Relocation assistance may be available.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze aerobiological and environmental samples for asbestos.
• Accurately enters and reports analytical data using the LIMS.
• Performs independent data reviews for other analysts’ work.
• Performs analysis of reference materials, proficiency samples and other quality control samples as needed.
• Maintains client service and provides technical support as needed.
• Assists the QA manager in development, implementation and data collection of QA processes for the different analytical tests.
• Performs confirmation of lab results as needed by client services personnel.
• Performs and completes all analytical testing and Quality Assurance related tasks as needed.
• Affords assistance in pursuing, receiving and maintaining necessary laboratory accreditations.
• Maintains and updates all necessary Training and QA documents onsite as necessary.
• Schedules sample workload according to due dates and sample hold times.
• Assists co-workers on analytical questions, as necessary.
• Participates in Lean initiatives as needed.
• Follows company policies and procedures and ensures that coworkers are doing the same.
• Manages and maintains the inventory of re-sale supply items and laboratory consumables and takes necessary steps to re-order supplies as needed.
• Manages and disposes analyzed samples as needed.
• Provides training support for relevant analytical services (i.e. mycology, bacteriology, asbestos, ect) as needed.
• Recommends and coordinates sample transfer as necessary.
• Establishes and maintains laboratory stock culture and reference samples.
• Performs root cause analysis and implements corrective actions for errors and issues as necessary.
• Maintains all equipment properly and co-ordinates servicing of all equipment used in the laboratory, as needed.
• Routinely communicates available capacity to Regional Manager.
• Supports other departments within the lab (mycology, asbestos, bacteriology, and other) when appropriate and as needed.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience performing asbestos microscopy using Polarizing Light Microscope (PLM).
• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biology, geology or a closely related science.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.

Additional Information

Compensation Range: $25-$28 per hour depending on level of experience and qualifications.

Position is full-time, with possible weekends and overtime as needed. Candidates must be available to work Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.

We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options.