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Laboratory Analyst I - (2nd and 3rd shift) Environment Testing

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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 , equity, and across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

Job Description

Apply today for a rewarding career with opportunities for growth!!

We are looking to fill entry level positions in our environment testing laboratory.

Must live a commutable distance to Earth City, MO.

Ray range- $17-20/hour

(DOE)

with full benefits

We are looking for 2nd shift and 3rd shift in our Earth City, MO laboratory.

The Analyst I prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with Eurofins Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following

:

Demonstrates and promotes the company vision

Regular attendance and punctuality

Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate

Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs. These include:

Preparation of samples using standard techniques

Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques

Calculating data

Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor

Performing routine instrument maintenance

Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Eurofins’ EHS and QA standards

Responsible for general housekeeping in his/her work area

Ability to become trained and competent on complex instrumentation including but not limited to gas chromatography, gas chromatography/mass spectrometry, atomic absorption, ICP, and instrument specific data systems.

Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods

Aliquots and weighs samples

Washes glassware

Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner

Performs other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate would possess

:

Reading, writing and speaking skills

Problem solving skills

Team participation and meeting management skills

Time management and organization skills

Ability to use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts

Ability to complete work within time and quality constraints

Can work independently following written or verbal instructions

Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing

Able to follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines:

Organic preparation

Metals preparation and analysis

Gas Chromatography

Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry

Radio Chemistry

Wet Chemistry

High Resolution preparation and analysis

Low Resolution preparation and analysis

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ):

A minimum of an Associate of Science degree in Chemistry or equivalent experience

Experience in an environmental lab is a plus

At least 1-2 year’s preparation, analytical experience, or combination, at company or equivalent experience elsewhere

Demonstrated effective communication skills and relate well to people in direct communication

Consciousness of and a positive attitude toward quality, service and safety procedures

Sound reasoning, good judgment and decision making

Strong organization and problem solving skills

Detail oriented, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and able to coordinate multiple priorities

Versatility, flexibility in dealing with people

Ability to synthesize and retain information

Computer skills, experience with LIMs software a plus

Ability to perform basic math skills including multiplication, division and algebra

Work independently

Work within time constraints

Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs frequently, and up to 50 lbs occasionally

Willingness to put in overtime hours, as necessary to meet work needs

Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen

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

Additional Information

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.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received recognition as a great place to work.

We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and 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.

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 !

Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through , being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on and/or expression, , , , , , , 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: https://careers.eurofins.com/

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.

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 Eurofins Scientific 2/2 March 2023 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, , composition, authenticity, , 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.

We do 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.