Lab Technician l

Eurofins USA Food Testing; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Laboratory Technician I, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and authenticity of products. This position involves conducting laboratory tests, maintaining records, and adhering to quality standards. You'll work in a collaborative environment, promoting ethical practices and improving work quality through innovative technologies. With comprehensive benefits and a supportive workplace culture, this opportunity is ideal for those passionate about science and quality assurance. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the life sciences industry, this role is for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in plating and sample preparation is essential.
• High School Diploma is required; AS or BS degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory testing on incoming samples efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records and adhere to safety regulations.
• Identify process difficulties and propose solutions.

Skills

Sample preparation

Plating

Plate reading

Data entry

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma

AS or BS Degree in Microbiology

AS or BS Degree in Food Sciences

AS or BS Degree in Chemistry

AS or BS Degree in Biology

AS or BS Degree in Biochemistry

Tools

Eurofins eLIMS system

Job description

The Laboratory Technician I receives sufficient authority from, and is accountable to the Laboratory Supervisor or appointed designate, for the successful completion of assigned duties and responsibilities. They have the authority to take necessary actions to carry out their duties and to identify departures from the quality system or testing procedures, provided such actions do not deviate from established company guidelines, are consistent with sound technical and business judgment, and follow laboratory practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrate and promote the company vision.
2. Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
3. Read, understand, and follow management system requirements relevant to responsibilities, including but not limited to the Quality Manual, SOPs, Local Work Instructions, and Methods, ensuring compliance with ISO/IEC 17025/AOAC ALACC requirements and relevant regulations.
4. Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations related to analytical work; maintain a clean and safe work environment.
5. Register incoming samples as needed, maintain accurate records of work performed for quality control and regulatory purposes.
6. Enter sample data into the Eurofins eLIMS system accurately and promptly.
7. Complete laboratory testing on all incoming samples efficiently and accurately, meeting or exceeding turnaround time goals.
8. Verify results and submit them to the appropriate personnel promptly.
9. Identify process difficulties and report these, along with proposed solutions, to the supervisor.
10. Remain responsive to the queries and needs of clients, staff, and co-workers.
11. Maintain cooperative relationships with all employees and communicate effectively within and across departments.
12. Promote the company image through ethical business practices.
13. Strive to improve work quality through existing and new technologies.
14. Identify non-conformances and out-of-specifications.
15. Conduct all activities safely and efficiently.
16. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience or skills in plating, plate reading, and sample preparation.
• Preferred: AS or BS Degree in Microbiology, Food Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field.

Additional Information:

• Shift: 3rd Shift, Tuesday-Saturday, 2am-10:30am. Transition from Monday-Friday to Tuesday-Saturday shifts.
• Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays.

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing analytical testing services across multiple industries, ensuring safety and authenticity of products and ingredients worldwide. With over 30 years of growth, Eurofins operates in over 54 countries with a vast portfolio of analytical methods, emphasizing safety, authenticity, and quality of biological substances and products.

Eurofins USA Food Testing is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting disabled and veteran applicants.