Entry Level Lab Technician; Weds- Sun Environmental Testing

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company that provides a unique range of analytical testing services across multiple industries. The Group is considered a world leader in food, environment, and pharmaceutical product testing, as well as in agroscience CRO services. It also leads in genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences, and supports clinical studies. Eurofins is a key emerging player in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

Group’s key figures: approximately €6.95 billion in turnover; over 950 laboratories in 60 countries; 63,000 staff.

Join the leader in Environment Testing. Eurofins Environment Testing offers a full‑time, entry‑level laboratory technician role with benefits.

Full time – Wednesday to Sunday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with overtime available.

$17.50 per hour plus a 15 % shift differential, effective day 1, equaling $20.13 per hour.

• Retrieve samples from Sample Control for analysis.
• Perform sample preparation, which may include the following methods:
  • Aliquot samples
  • Spike and trace samples
  • Prepare reagents
  • Bottle samples
  • Prepare concentrations
  • Separation
  • Sonication
  • Liquid rack set up
• Resolve discrepancies and anomalies to ensure accurate sample labeling.
• Prepare general laboratory paperwork, including recording results, tracking samples, and maintaining bench sheets and logbooks.
• Wash laboratory glassware for the next day’s samples.
• Stock laboratory supplies.
• Clean work area(s) to maintain a safe working environment.
• Assist other laboratory areas as needed.

• General knowledge of chemistry and/or general science.
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced environment.
• Mechanically inclined and enjoys instrument troubleshooting.
• Flexible schedule; 8‑hour shift may become 12 hours during busy season.
• Detail oriented.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Production work experience.
• Great organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Quick learner.
• Can work independently.
• Can work within time constraints.

Requirements:

• Education:
  
  High school with Chemistry coursework; basic laboratory experience.
• Experience:
  
  Laboratory experience helpful; previous production‑oriented work helpful.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
• Professional working proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lb frequently, up to 50 lb occasionally.
• Applicants with a BA or BS, or without a college degree, are welcome.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Lifting up to 50 lb and carrying up to 30 lb when moving samples and disposing of waste.
• Pushing and pulling up to 200 lb when moving sample carts and gas tanks.
• Approximately 60 % of time standing, 10 % walking, 30 % sitting; must stay standing, stooping, or crouching for long periods.
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching when handling samples.
• Handling odors for unusual contamination.
• Using hands for handling samples, operating instruments, and data entry.
• Conversational hearing and speaking ability.
• Vision to view computer screens and paperwork.

Compensation range is informational; actual salary may vary based on experience, skill set, internal peer base salary, business sector, and geography. Benefits include medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful pre‑employment drug screen and background check. Eurofins does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a disabled and veteran equal employment opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and prohibit discrimination based on gender identity, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and any other characteristic.

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