Lab Technician - Eurofins Environment Testing Northwest, Tacoma, WA Job at Eurofins USA Environment Testing, Tacoma, WA

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  • Eurofins USA Environment Testing
  • Tacoma, WA

Job 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.

Job Description



Eurofins Environment Testing Northwest is searching for a Laboratory Technician I in Tacoma, WA.

The Laboratory Technician I, using general laboratory methods, techniques, equipment, and instrumentation in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing’s Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s, supports laboratory operations through general maintenance of laboratory and supply storage areas, equipment, instruments, and supplies.

Laboratory Technician I responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :

  • Retrieves samples from Sample Control for analysis.
  • Performs sample preparation which may include, but is not limited to, a combination of the following methods:
    • o Aliquot samples
    • o Spike and trace samples
    • o Prepare reagents
    • o Bottle samples
    • o Prepare concentrations
    • o Separation
    • o Sonication
    • o Liquid rack set up
  • 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.
  • Assists other laboratory areas as needed.

The ideal candidate would possess :

  • General knowledge of chemistry and/or general science
  • Basic mathematical skills
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Ability to learn quickly and multi-task
  • Work independently
  • Work within time constraints
  • Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
  • 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

Qualifications

  • High school diploma required
  • Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or equivalent preferred, but not required 
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time, lift up to 25lbs 
  • Must be available for overtime and weekends when required.
  • High school Chemistry coursework, basic laboratory experience
  • 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



Position is full-time position  Monday to Friday from 1 pm to 9 pm with the possibility of overtime & weekends as needed. 

The compensation range for this position is $20 -23 per hour depending on level of experience.

Candidates within a commutable distance to Tacoma, WA are encouraged to apply. 

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.

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. We encourage our laboratory leaders to make sustainable changes at their local level, and in addition to their initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to help us to achieve this goal!

Find out more in our career page:  

: 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 :40 the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and agroscience contract research services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products. In 2022, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.7 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

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.

 

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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