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Eurofins

Laboratory Analyst I (1st, 2nd, 3rd shift) – Environment Testing, Earth City MO

Eurofins, Earth City, Missouri, United States, 63045

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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. 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 Apply today for a rewarding career with opportunities for growth! We are looking to fill entry level positions in our environment testing lab. Must live a commutable distance to Earth City, MO. We are looking to fill full-time year round positions for 1st in our Earth City, MO laboratory. Compensation is $17-20/hour (DOE). 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

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

Ideal Candidate Skills

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

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 preferred

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

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