2nd Shift Sample Preparation Technician — Lab Analysis & QA

Eurofins; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Eurofins is seeking candidates for the Sample Prep Department, 2nd shift (4pm - 12:30am) in Des Moines, IA. This role focuses on precise sample preparation, weighing, and timely analysis to meet customer commitments.

Candidate should have an associate degree or a high school diploma with 0-3 years of experience, strong communication skills, and an ability to follow Quality System documents and SOPs. The position offers full-time benefits and on-site work.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or high school diploma with 0-3 years experience.
• Candidates living within a commutable distance of Des Moines, IA are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Responsive, independent problem solver and action oriented.
• Understand and follow Quality System documents and ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
• Ability to set up batches, weigh samples, and perform analyses.
• Maintain accurate records and logs; enter data into the LIMS.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow Quality System documents relevant to responsibilities, e.g., Quality Manual, SOPs, and Methodologies.
• Adhere to quality measures to meet ISO/IEC 17025, cGMP, GLP, and company requirements.
• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations; maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Operate core lab equipment and conduct analyses with minimal supervision.
• Set up batches of samples for weighing and analysis.
• Maintain neat records of all testing in logbooks, BookMaster, or eLIMS.
• Identify need for rechecks based on assay results.
• Prepare solutions and maintain glassware for daily testing.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree or high school diploma

Job description

Eurofins is seeking candidates for the Sample Prep Department, 2nd shift (4pm - 12:30am) in Des Moines, IA. This role focuses on precise sample preparation, weighing, and timely analysis to meet customer commitments.

Candidate should have an associate degree or a high school diploma with 0-3 years of experience, strong communication skills, and an ability to follow Quality System documents and SOPs. The position offers full-time benefits and on-site work.