Courier - Eurofins Environment Testing Northeast - Buffalo, NY

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA); Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) in Buffalo, NY, is seeking a Courier to perform the pickup and delivery of water, soil and air samples to and from the laboratory. The role emphasizes maintaining sample integrity, adhering to hold times, and following standard operating procedures.

The daily route typically runs from Buffalo to Williamsport, PA and back, with about 7 hours driving in a 7-hour day, using a company vehicle.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: None required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and deliver samples, bottle orders and report to the laboratory for sign-in and analysis.
• Count the number of samples when receiving them from clients to ensure Chain of Custody matches.
• Receive and sign the Chain of Custody.
• Ensure client signs, dates, and records time on the Chain of Custody when releasing samples.
• Transport samples on ice from client site to the lab, or from our lab to a sub-contracted laboratory.
• Unload samples and inspect for damage or violated hold times to maintain sample integrity.
• Interact with Project Managers and clients appropriately and professionally.
• Record in the courier log book the arrival and departure times for all pickups and deliveries.
• Maintain the delivery truck and keep it in proper working order.

Skills

Reading maps

Operating a motor vehicle

Computer skills

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

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

Position Summary: The Courier is responsible for the pick-up and delivery of water, soil and air samples to and from the laboratory. Maintain the quality, hold time, and turnaround time objectives of the lab. Prepare and deliver bottle orders to clients following the standard operating procedures of the lab. Receive and stock all sample control supplies, prepare and ship sample kits and perform sampling events as needed. Dispose of samples and hazardous waste according to guidelines and carry out any other duties assigned by the department manager.

Daily route will usually be from Buffalo, NY to Williamsport, PA and back. Most of the work day will be driving, approximately 7 hours/day, using a company vehicle.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform all duties as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures for Couriers.
• Pick up and deliver samples, bottle orders and report to the laboratory for sign-in and analysis.
• Count the number of samples when receiving them from clients to make sure that the Chain of Custody and samples match. Verify that samples are not broken or damaged.
• Receive and sign the Chain of Custody.
• Ensure that client signs, dates, and records time on the Chain of Custody when releasing samples.
• Transport samples on ice from client site to the lab, or from our lab to a sub-contracted laboratory.
• Unload samples and inspect for damage or violated hold times to maintain sample integrity.
• Interact with Project Managers and clients appropriately and professionally.
• Follow directions or use maps to locate client offices/sites as specified in the courier request form.
• Communicate effectively with the courier coordinator about the courier schedule.
• Record in the courier log book the time that courier arrives to the site and time leaving from the site for all the pick-ups and deliveries.
• Maintain records for the vehicle maintenance and driving miles; turn it in at the end of each month.
• Restock supplies when received so supplies are available to employees when needed.
• Verify the validity and completeness of all bottle orders being delivered. This verification is done prior to leaving for delivery.
• Perform duties in accordance with Section 14 of the Transportation and Fleet Safety of the Corporate Safety Manual.
• Comply with the Company’s driver policies.
• Maintain the shipping/receiving area to ensure a safe work environment.
• Prepare outgoing shipments of bottle kits and coolers for pick-up.
• Perform on-site sampling events as needed.
• Dispose of samples according to guidelines on a monthly basis to remain in compliance with Environmental Protection Agency and Environmental Health & Safety requirements.
• Maintain delivery truck to keep in proper working order.
• Label samples after log in on an as needed basis.
• May be assigned other sample control duties as identified by laboratory management.

This position is Tues-Sat, 2nd Shift, 4pm-12:30am. Training may be on first shift.

Qualifications

Education/Experience (Basic Minimum Qualifications)

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: None required

Valid driver’s license

Ability And/or Skills (BMQ)

• Reading maps and following directions
• Operating a motor vehicle
• Computer skills preferred
• Ability to prioritize

Additional Information

• 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

Position is full-time Tuesday - Saturday, 4pm - 12:30am.

Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Buffalo, NY are encouraged to apply.

Pay range: $17-20/hr.

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.

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