Laboratory Technician

About the role

The Lab Technician prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with Eurofins Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs.
• Preparation of samples using standard techniques
• Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques
• CALCULATING DATA
• Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor
• Performing routine instrument maintenance
• Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Eurofins EHS and QA standards
• Responsible for general housekeeping in his/her work area
• Able to become trained and competent on complex instrumentation including but not limited to gas chromatography, gas chromatography/mass spectrometry, atomic absorption, ICP, and instrument specific data systems
• Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods
• Aliquots and weighs samples
• Washes glassware
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner

Requirements

• Ability to use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
• Ability to complete work within time and quality constraints
• Can work independently following written or verbal instructions
• Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing
• Able to follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines:
• Organic preparation
• Metals preparation and analysis
• High Resolution preparation and analysis
• Low Resolution preparation and analysis

Qualifications

• Basic Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field preferred
• HS Diploma Required
• 1-2 years laboratory experience is preferred but willing to train the right candidate
• Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)
• 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

• Full-time position Sunday-Thursday, 9:00 am to 5:30pm
• Training period for this position will take place Monday through Friday 9:00 AM- 5:30 PM CST, with overtime as needed
• Compensation rate: Starting rate $17.75/hr but based on experience
• Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location
• As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options
• To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com
• We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway!
• Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development
• We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer
• We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique
• Sustainability matters to us! We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives
• Find out more in our career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/
• Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer