Laboratory Technician - Eurofins Environment Testing - Ridgeland, MS

About the role

Company Description: Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate. Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies. The Laboratory Technician I, using general laboratory methods, techniques, equipment, and instrumentation in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America’s Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures, supports laboratory operations through general maintenance of laboratory and supply storage areas, equipment, instruments, and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Retrieves samples from Sample Control for analysis.
• Performs sample preparation which may include, but is not limited to, aliquot samples, spike and trace samples, prepare reagents, bottle samples, prepare concentrations, separation, sonication, liquid rack set up, microbiology work.
• Resolves discrepancies and anomalies to ensure samples are properly labeled.
• Prepares general laboratory paperwork such as recording analysis results, tracking samples, bench sheets, and laboratory logbooks.
• Washes laboratory glassware to prepare for next day’s samples.
• Stocks laboratory supplies.
• Cleans work area(s) to maintain a safe working environment.
• Builds bottle kits to provide to clients and assists other laboratory areas as needed.

Requirements

• 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.
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance or Ridgeland, MS are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Education: 2 to 4 year degree in science.

Experience: Chemistry coursework, basic laboratory experience.

Skills

• General knowledge of chemistry and/or general science.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Production work.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to multi‑task.
• Quick learner.
• Work independently.
• Work within time constraints.

Benefits

We offer excellent benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options. The benefits package offered will vary based on the employee's full-time or part-time regular status.

Pay

Pay rate: $18 - 20/hr. Please note - 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.

Schedule

Position is full-time Monday – Friday day shift.