Associate Chemist - Environment Testing

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA); Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading environmental testing company in Lancaster County is seeking a skilled laboratory technician for the 2nd shift. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field, and have experience in laboratory work. Responsibilities include conducting analytical procedures, training others, and ensuring quality control. The company offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, promoting a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand at lab bench for long periods of time.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled analytical procedures accurately and precisely.
• Write and update SOPs and analytical methods.
• Communicate results and interpretations to clients.
• Train others in analytical procedures and safety practices.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Computer skills

Problem-solving

Strong writing skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field

Job description

Overview

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

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Perform skilled analytical procedures accurately and precisely without supervision
• Write and update SOPs, analytical methods
• Learn new analyses with minimal guidance
• Understand and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and procedures
• Communicate results and interpretation of results to clients
• Superior level of QC performance
• Help coordinate work of technicians to meet hold times, rush, promised, and standard laboratory turnaround times
• Sufficient knowledge of department operations to determine if rush can be promised
• Verify assigned analyses
• Train others in analytical procedures, principles, instrumentation, and safety practices
• Assist technicians and laboratory assistants as needed
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

Role is 2nd Shift, M-F. Training will be on 1st shift M-F.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field, equivalent relevant experience may substitute for a degree
• Computer skills
• Ability to stand at lab bench for long periods of time
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Ideal Candidates will have:

• Lab experience- benchwork and instrumentation
• Ability to interact well with co-workers, problem-solve, understand statistics
• Strong writing skills

Additional Information

• Professional working proficiency in English is required, including the ability to read, write and speak in English
• Salary range: $18/hour + 10% shift differential
• Please note - Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes; the actual base salary may vary based on 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 national recognition as a great place to work. We offer comprehensive full-time benefits including medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options
• We support your development. If you don’t match 100% of the requirements, apply anyway. Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development
• We embrace diversity. Eurofins is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on gender identity/expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and other characteristics
• Sustainability matters. We strive for carbon neutrality by 2025 and encourage sustainable changes at local levels
• Find out more on our career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/

Company description: Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries to make life and the environment safer and healthier. The Eurofins network is a global leader in various testing and laboratory services

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Science