Full Time Laboratory Technician I

About the role

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing analytical testing services across multiple industries. The company has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralized network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries, offering a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Processing online electronic orders from clients and sister labs
• Working with external and/or internal courier services to ensure timely arrival and delivery of samples
• Assisting in coordinating logistics of courier routes when needed
• 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
• Entering sample data into Eurofins labware management system in a timely and accurate manner
• Maintaining supply inventory
• Adhering to appropriate quality measures to meet or exceed standards set by government regulatory and company requirements relevant to assigned duties
• Adhering to all health, safety, and environmental regulations relative to assigned analytical work
• Maintaining and assisting others in maintaining a clean, safe work environment
• Identifying process difficulties and reporting these together with proposed solutions to supervisor
• Maintaining cooperative working relationships with all company employees
• Communicating professionally, timely, and clearly to co-workers, including intra and inter departmental employees
• Promoting the company image through the exercising of sound and ethical business practices as related to the public and our customers
• Continually striving to improve the quality of work provided to clients through existing and new technologies
• Performing appropriate aseptic preparation and processing of samples and associated process controls
• Conducting all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performing other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

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
• 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

Schedule

Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00am – 6:30pm

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays