Laboratory Analyst - PLM (TU - SA, 1PM - 9PM) Eurofins Built Environment Testing - Reservoirs, Arvada, CO

About the Company

Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies providing analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, ensuring products are safe, ingredients are authentic, and labeling is accurate. With more than 20 U.S. locations, Eurofins Built Environment Testing offers Industrial Hygiene (IH) and Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) services, including asbestos (PLM/TEM), mold, bacteria, VOCs, allergens, Legionella, radon, lead, silica, and more. Clients include consultants, industry, real estate, healthcare, government, and homeowners.

About the Role

The PLM Analyst (Polarizing Light Microscope) prepares and analyzes environmental samples according to scientific methodology, complying with company Quality Assurance programs and SOPs. Responsibilities include analyzing air/bulk asbestos samples, validating and reviewing data for accuracy, and uploading laboratory data into the LIMS to generate client reports. The role involves scheduling sample workloads, maintaining equipment, and supporting laboratory accreditations.

Responsibilities

• Login, prepare, and analyze environmental samples for asbestos.
• Accurately enter and report sample descriptions and analytical data using LIMS.
• Perform independent QC analysis for other analysts’ work.
• Analyze reference materials, proficiency samples, and other quality control samples as needed.
• Maintain client service and provide technical support.
• Assist the QA manager in developing, implementing, and collecting QA processes for analytical tests.
• Perform and complete all analytical testing QA-related tasks.
• Assist in pursuing, receiving, and maintaining laboratory accreditations.
• Coordinate projects based on rush status and due time for timely delivery.
• Assist co-workers with analytical questions.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Manage and dispose of analyzed samples as needed.
• Train new asbestos or other analytical testing analysts.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for errors and issues.
• Maintain and service laboratory equipment.
• Communicate available capacity to the Lab Manager.
• Support other departments within the lab (login, asbestos, metals, pollen/spores) as needed.
• Prepare and analyze bulk samples by Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) in accordance with laboratory SOPs.
• Perform all analyses and quality control measures following laboratory SOPs.
• Perform equipment maintenance and calibration per laboratory SOPs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Enter data into LIMS and report data to clients verbally and electronically.
• Store and dispose of client samples according to laboratory SOPs.

Requirements

• Degree in Geology or similar is preferred.
• At least 1-3 years of laboratory experience.
• Computer and software proficiency.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to distinguish colors for analysis.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
• Professional working proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking.

Schedule

This role is full-time, Tuesday - Saturday, 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Training will be conducted Monday - Friday.

Pay

Compensation range: $20 - $27 per hour, based on experience.

Benefits

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