Facilities Specialist - $250 Sign on Bonus

About the role

Facilities Specialist at Eurofins, a global market leader in environmental, food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics testing as well as in agro-sciences CRO services, with over 50,000 employees worldwide and 800 state-of-the-art laboratories across 41 countries.

Responsibilities

• Understand facility processes and use that knowledge to diagnose maintenance problems.
• Troubleshoot a variety of laboratory equipment such as: chillers, shakers, water-baths, pumps, valves or any other automated or manual equipment.
• Maintain maintenance and repair electronic and mechanical components of Lab/HVAC equipment.
• Perform emergency machine repairs as needed, campus wide.
• Aid in development and installation of new or rebuilt equipment.
• Act as a secondary contact for vendors for any related facilities needs.
• Diagnose electrical, pneumatic, plumbing and mechanical problems and take corrective action.
• Schedule of work orders utilizing "maintenance connection" and other Eurofins platforms.
• Adhere to pertinent health, safety, and environmental regulations relative to department; maintain and assist others in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Comply with established quality system standards.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards, including ISO, OSHA, FDA, EPA, DEA and other federal, state, and local codes.
• Follow Company policies and procedures.
• Promote a safe, secure and positive work environment for all employees.
• Comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 3+ years working in a facility/maintenance role.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Responsive, independent problem solver and action-oriented.
• Perform under pressure of a fast paced lab production environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and maintenance management software.
• Work well with a team with little supervision.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety procedures.
• Experience with HVAC systems, electrical systems, and general building maintenance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with energy management and sustainability practices.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50+ pounds and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.

Benefits

• 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

Additional Information

Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Des Moines, IA are encouraged to apply. Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.