Flexible On-Call Lab Assistant - ISO 17025 & QA

Eurofins USA Food Testing; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Eurofins USA Food Testing is seeking an On Call/Flex Laboratory Assistant for 15-20 hours per week with no fixed schedule, primarily Noon-8pm, Monday to Friday, in Des Moines, IA. Responsibilities include sample preparation, testing from daily lists, and maintaining accurate records.

The role requires attention to quality, safety, and regulatory guidelines, with opportunities to contribute to method improvements and client support.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Responsive, independent problem solver and action oriented

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow Quality System documents (ISO/IEC 17025, SOPs, Methods).
• Adhere to quality measures meeting company, regulatory, and ISO standards.
• Follow all company guidelines and safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant laboratory environment.
• Assist in daily assaying of samples and perform testing from the daily work list.
• Set up and weigh batches of samples. Weigh samples.
• Identify when a sample requires rechecks and report.
• Prepare solutions used in daily testing procedures.
• Maintain accurate logs and records; input data into logbooks and eLIMS.
• Record test data and results in logbook or BookMaster; export to eLIMS as needed.
• Keep glassware, equipment, and workspace clean; dispose of hazardous waste properly.
• Identify method/matrix/analytical difficulties and report with proposed solutions.
• Protect proprietary methodologies; restrict disclosure to authorized personnel.
• Be ready to respond to client and team inquiries.
• Stay current on technical trends and lab practices.
• Suggest equipment or procedural improvements.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues and communicate effectively.
• Promote the company image through professional conduct.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Education

ISO 17025 knowledge

High School diploma

Job description

Eurofins USA Food Testing is seeking an On Call/Flex Laboratory Assistant for 15-20 hours per week with no fixed schedule, primarily Noon-8pm, Monday to Friday, in Des Moines, IA. Responsibilities include sample preparation, testing from daily lists, and maintaining accurate records.

The role requires attention to quality, safety, and regulatory guidelines, with opportunities to contribute to method improvements and client support.