Lab Technician - ISO 17025 Quality & Sample Prep (1st Shift)

Eurofins US Network; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full 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 in Des Moines, IA seeks a Prox I or Prox II - 1st shift (Tue-Sat, 8am-4:30pm) to join our quality-focused laboratory team. You will follow Quality System documents, perform daily testing, weigh samples, maintain records, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma with 0–3 years of experience and a basic understanding of ISO 17025 guidelines. We offer comprehensive benefits and a strong team environment in a full-time role.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow Quality System documents (Quality Manual, SOPs, Methods, Local Policies).
• Adhere to quality measures meeting ISO/IEC 17025 and regulatory requirements.
• Follow company guidelines and procedures relevant to duties.
• Adhere to health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Assist in daily assaying of samples and perform testing from a daily work list.
• Set up batches of samples to weigh and weigh samples.
• Identify from assayed samples the need for rechecks.
• Prepare solutions used in daily testing of designated samples.
• Maintain neat and accurate records and log data in logbook/BookMaster/eLIMS.
• Maintain a safe and clean laboratory environment and dispose of hazardous waste.
• Identify method/matrix/analytical difficulties and report to supervisor with solutions.
• Ensure proprietary methodologies are not disclosed to non-employees.
• Maintain readiness to respond to queries from clients and staff.
• Remain current on technical trends as advised by supervisor.
• Recommend more accurate or efficient lab equipment or procedures.
• Promote the company image through ethical business practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma

ISO 17025 knowledge

Job description

Eurofins USA Food Testing in Des Moines, IA seeks a Prox I or Prox II - 1st shift (Tue-Sat, 8am-4:30pm) to join our quality-focused laboratory team. You will follow Quality System documents, perform daily testing, weigh samples, maintain records, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma with 0–3 years of experience and a basic understanding of ISO 17025 guidelines. We offer comprehensive benefits and a strong team environment in a full-time role.