Laboratory Analyst (Tues-Sat) - Eurofins Environment Testing, Earth City MO

Eurofins; Earth City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) in Earth City, MO is hiring an Analyst I to prepare and analyze environmental samples using standard analytical techniques in accordance with EPA methods and Eurofins QA programs. This is a full-time, year-round position on the 1st shift, Tuesday through Saturday, with competitive pay and benefits.

Compensation ranges from $18 to $20 per hour DOE, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Associate of Science degree in Chemistry or equivalent experience.
• Experience in an environmental lab is a plus.
• 1–2 years preparation or analytical experience preferred.
• Effective communication skills and ability to relate to others.
• Commitment to quality, service and safety procedures.
• Sound reasoning, good judgment and decision making.
• Strong organization and multitasking abilities.
• Versatility and flexibility when dealing with people.
• Ability to synthesize and retain information.
• Computer skills, LIMs software a plus.
• Basic math skills including multiplication, division and algebra.
• Work independently and within time constraints.
• Must lift up to 25 lbs frequently, up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Proficient reading, writing and speaking English.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Prepares samples using standard techniques
• Performs chemical analysis using standard techniques
• Calculates data
• Records and reports data and unusual test occurrences to the supervisor
• Performs routine instrument maintenance
• Complies with EHS and QA standards
• Maintains general housekeeping in the work area
• Learns complex instrumentation including GC, GC/MS, AAS, ICP
• Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods
• Aliquots and weighs samples
• Washes glassware
• Conducts all activities safely and efficiently
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Reading & Writing

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Associate of Science in Chemistry

Job description

Job Summary

Full-time year-round positions for 1st shift Tues- Saturday schedule.

Compensation is $18-20/hour (DOE and schedule) plus benefits and growth opportunities.

Must live a commutable distance to Earth City, MO.

The Analyst I prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with Eurofins Quality Assurance programs and SOP's.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs. These include: Preparation of samples using standard techniques
• Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques
• Calculating data
• Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor
• Performing routine instrument maintenance
• Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Eurofins' EHS and QA standards
• Responsible for general housekeeping in his/her work area
• Ability to become trained and competent on complex instrumentation including but not limited to gas chromatography, gas chromatography/mass spectrometry, atomic absorption, ICP, and instrument specific data systems.
• Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods
• Aliquots and weighs samples
• Washes glassware
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

Ideal Candidate

• Reading, writing and speaking skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team participation and meeting management skills
• Time management and organization skills
• Ability to use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
• Ability to complete work within time and quality constraints
• Can work independently following written or verbal instructions
• Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing
• Able to follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines: Organic preparation
• Metals preparation and analysis
• Gas Chromatography
• Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
• Radio Chemistry
• Wet Chemistry
• High Resolution preparation and analysis
• Low Resolution preparation and analysis

Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ)

• A minimum of an Associate of Science degree in Chemistry or equivalent experience
• Experience in an environmental lab is a plus
• At least 1-2 year's preparation, analytical experience, or combination, at company or equivalent experience elsewhere preferred
• Demonstrated effective communication skills and relate well to people in direct communication
• Consciousness of and a positive attitude toward quality, service and safety procedures
• Sound reasoning, good judgment and decision making
• Strong organization and problem solving skillsDetail oriented, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and able to coordinate multiple priorities
• Versatility, flexibility in dealing with people
• Ability to synthesize and retain information
• Computer skills, experience with LIMs software a plus
• Ability to perform basic math skills including multiplication, division and algebra
• Work independently
• Work within time constraints
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs frequently, and up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Willingness to put in overtime hours, as necessary to meet work needs
• 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned

We do not offer Visa Sponsorship for this role.

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base Compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base compensation of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.

Sustainability matters to us! At Eurofins, we believe sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our vision to be the Global Leader in \"Testing for Life\", our mission to contribute to a healthier and safer world, and our core values, we are building a strong foundation for Environment