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Associate Chemist -Environment Testing - VOAs - M-F, 1st shift

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) · Lancaster, PA · 2 mo ago
On-siteScience$18–$19/hrFull-time

About the role

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing analytical testing services to ensure the safety, authenticity, and accuracy of products across multiple industries. As an Associate Chemist, you will prepare and analyze environmental samples using standard analytical techniques in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures (SOPs). This role may require standing for long periods, working with organic solvents, laboratory glassware, and specialized equipment.

This position focuses on volatile organic compounds and GC/MS instrumentation.

Responsibilities

  • Performs routine lab tasks, including:
    • Preparation of samples using standard techniques
    • Chemical analysis using standard techniques
    • Evaluation and quantification of data
    • Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor
    • Routine instrument maintenance
    • Competency in complex instrumentation and instrument-specific software (training provided)
  • Maintains personal training documentation (training records, IDOC/DOC) and ensures accuracy and timeliness.
  • Completes assigned/scheduled QC samples (MDL, LOD/LOQ, PT) in a timely manner.
  • Documents NCMs for projects with quality issues as required.
  • Utilizes backlog reports to manage personal workload.
  • Ensures regular attendance and punctuality.
  • Maintains general housekeeping in the work area.
  • Proficient with IDOCs for assigned methods in the department.
  • Performs job functions in compliance with Eurofins Environment health, safety, and quality assurance standards.
  • Demonstrates and promotes the company vision.
  • Inventories and stocks laboratory supplies.
  • Washes and inventories glassware.
  • Purges analyzed samples.
  • Assists in other areas of the laboratory as needed.
  • Follows and learns protocols in one or more of the following disciplines:
    • Organic preparation
    • Metals preparation and analysis
    • PFAS sample preparation
    • HRMS sample preparation
    • Gas Chromatography
    • Mass Spectrometry
    • Radio Chemistry
    • Wet Chemistry
    • High Resolution preparation and analysis
    • Low Resolution preparation and analysis

Requirements

  • BS or BA in Chemistry or related field, Associate Degree, or 2 years of related laboratory experience in lieu of degree.
  • Professional working proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, and speak in English.
  • Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will have:

  • Previous experience with wet chemistry.
  • Previous experience in a lab or production setting.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
  • Ability to interpret written materials and communicate findings effectively.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify issues, analyze root causes, and propose practical solutions.
  • Effective collaboration skills to contribute to team goals and support department productivity.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Comfortable using mathematical formulas and tools to perform calculations and analyze data.
  • Consistently delivers high-quality work within established timelines and specifications.
  • Able to work independently, following written or verbal instructions with minimal oversight.
  • Strong interpersonal skills; able to coordinate tasks and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Schedule

This position is Monday through Friday, 1st shift, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Training will follow the same hours.

Pay

Pay rate: $18–$19 per hour.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid holidays and paid time off.
  • Dental and vision options.

The benefits package may vary based on full-time or part-time regular status.

Eurofins supports career development and embraces diversity as an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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