Laboratory Analyst (Wednesday-Sunday) - Eurofins Environment Testing Southeast - Charlotte, NC

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA); Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life & disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Dental and vision

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing America in Charlotte, NC seeks an Analyst I to prepare and analyze environmental samples using standard analytical techniques per EPA methods, under Eurofins QA programs.

The role emphasizes routine lab tasks, data calculation, and reporting, with training on GC, GC-MS, AAS, ICP and related data systems; teamwork and safety culture are essential.

Qualifications

• BS or BA in chemistry or related field; 3 years laboratory experience may substitute for degree.

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 and analysis following SOPs.
• Responsible for maintaining safety, housekeeping, and instrument upkeep.
• Will train on complex instrumentation including GC, GC/MS, AAS, ICP and data systems.
• Works under close supervision using routine methods.
• Washes glassware, aliquots and weighs samples, records data.

Skills

Reading/writing/speaking

Problem solving

Time management

Team participation

Independent following instructions

Education

BS/BA in chemistry or related field

Tools

Gas Chromatography

Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry

Atomic Absorption

ICP

Instrument data systems

Job 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 Analyst I prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Essential Duties and 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 Environment Testing America’s environmental, health and safety and quality assurance standards
• Responsible for general housekeeping in 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

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ)

Education/Experience (BMQ)

Education

• BS or BA in chemistry or related field. 3 years laboratory experience may substitute for degree.

Experience

• Laboratory experience helpful
• Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)

Ability and/or Skills (BMQ)

• Reading, writing and speaking skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team participation and meeting management skills
• Time management and organization skills
• Use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
• Complete work within time and quality constraints
• Work independently following written or verbal instructions
• Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing
• 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

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 Wednesday - Sunday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Will train on Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm schedule before moving to Wednesday - Sunday. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Charlotte, NC are encouraged to apply.

Pay rate: $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.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work.

• comprehensive medical coverage
• life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• paid holidays
• paid time off
• dental and vision options

*The benefits package offered will vary based on the employee's full-time or part-time regular status.

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

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 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Eurofins' commitment to sustainability begins within our own companies through a shared responsibility to people and the planet. With climate change posing an imminent threat, Eurofins and its many companies recognize their duty to proactively reduce or offset the environmental impact of essential operations while also helping our clients do the same—serving as a true ESG Enabler.

Find out more in our career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/

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.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.