Sample Receiving (Tues-Sat), Environment Testing, Earth City, MO

About the role

Eurofins is hiring a Sample Receiving Technician in Earth City, MO. Specialty lab focusing on radiochemistry and metals analysis. Entry level position with plenty of growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Receives and unloads incoming samples or consignments in accordance with DOT regulations and verifies receipt against Chain of Custody (COC), matches it to the corresponding quote and notes discrepancies daily.
• Verifies that COC's are accurate, complete, and correct and seeks resolution for those that are not.
• Logs samples into Lab Management System daily to assign a lot number for tracking purposes and distributes paperwork to Project Managers.
• Labels samples so they may be identified by the lot number assigns and delivers samples to appropriate labs for analysis daily.
• Prepares bottle kits daily to be shipped to clients to collect samples and return for analysis in accordance with established procedures including EPA and DOT requirements.
• Forwards samples to other laboratories in accordance with DOT regulations as needed to run tests that are not performed at that location.
• Disposes of spent samples, waste and other potentially hazardous materials in accordance with established procedures.
• Monitors freezer and cooler temperatures daily to confirm that the readings are within SOP guidelines.
• Cleans and organizes the department daily to promote a clean, safe work environment and smoother flow of daily operations.
• Maintains and promotes safety and conducts all operations in a safe and environmentally compliant manner.
• Stocks and supplies inventory daily and assists with inventory of supplies to maintain proper quantity of materials to perform tasks appropriately.
• Performs splits and composites as needed upon request.
• May perform courier duties as necessitated to support lab and client needs.
• Assists in maintenance of walk-in coolers to facilitate locating samples.
• Shipped empty coolers back to clients and other Eurofins Laboratories. Logs all outgoing coolers in order to maintain a detailed inventory of all coolers.
• Conducts all client interaction in an appropriate and professional manner.
• Other job duties as determined by local management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

• Computer skills
• Fast Paced environment
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication (oral and written)
• 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

Pay & Schedule

• Compensation is $17-18/hour with overtime as needed
• Full-time Tuesday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 8am-4pm plus overtime as needed

Benefits

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