Sample Support Technician

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 labeling is accurate.

About the role

Unpacking environmental samples received at the laboratory; recording temperature of samples at receipt; documenting any discrepancies with samples at receipt; organizing samples by project onto carts; transferring samples into the Sample Registration area for entry. Transporting carts of samples to designated areas in the laboratory, including on elevators.

Responsibilities

• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality
• Unpack sample kits and coolers received at the lab
• Compare sample containers against client paperwork, documenting any discrepancies, lining up samples on cart according to client paperwork
• Take and record the temperature of all environmental samples and chilled pharmaceutical samples received at the lab
• Inform Sample Registration of projects received above temperature or with excessive damage
• Notify Sample Registration of receipt of short holding time or rush samples when necessary
• Clean all coolers and kits to be returned to clients or to bottle room, fill out shipping slips for return shipments
• Transport samples to different locations in the lab as needed, including on elevators
• Read, understand, and carry out SOPs; follow all safety precautions and procedures
• Assist as needed in Sample Registration with labeling, filing, etc.
• Assist as needed in Bottles Prep with preserving or preparing bottle orders
• Conduct all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–3:30 pm
• Monday–Friday, 3:00 pm–11:30 pm
• Tuesday–Saturday, 11:00 pm–7:30 am

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. frequently and stand/walk for a full shift
• Basic computer skills
• Professional working proficiency in English (read, write, speak)
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of related laboratory experience
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Strong organizational skills and detail orientation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to stay productive during times of high volumes of incoming samples
• Able to retain large amounts of information

Pay

$17.75/hour + 10% shift differential for 2nd or 3rd shift. Actual base salary may vary based on relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.

Benefits

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. Benefits package varies based on full-time or part-time regular status.