Laboratory Technician

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA); Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 20,173 - 28,731; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading environmental testing company in Naperville is seeking an Analyst to prepare and analyze environmental samples. The ideal candidate will have a BS or BA in a related science, with 1-2 years of laboratory experience. Responsibilities include data reporting, quality assurance tasks, and collaboration on testing methodologies. Competitive pay starting at $17.75/hr and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a laboratory setting.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.
• Professional proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze environmental samples.
• Accurately enter and report analytical data.
• Perform independent data reviews.

Skills

Environmental methodologies

Analytical laboratory techniques

Strong computer skills

Education

BS or BA in a closely related science

Job description

Overview

Eurofins Built Environment Testing is proactively seeking an Analyst to join our Naperville site.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze environmental samples
• Accurately enter and report analytical data using the LIMS
• Perform independent data reviews for other analysts' work
• Perform analysis of reference materials, proficiency samples and other quality control samples as needed
• Maintain client service and provide technical support as needed
• Assist the QA manager in development, implementation and data collection of QA processes for the different analytical tests
• Perform confirmation of lab results as needed by client services personnel
• Perform and complete all analytical testing QA related tasks as needed
• Assist in pursuing, receiving and maintaining necessary laboratory accreditations
• Maintain and update all necessary training and QA documents onsite as necessary
• Coordinate and manage projects according to rush status and due time for timely delivery
• Assist co-workers on analytical questions, as necessary
• Participate in Lean initiatives and projects when called upon
• Follow company policies and procedures
• Manage and maintain the inventory of re-sale supply items and laboratory consumables and take necessary steps to re-order supplies as needed
• Manage and dispose analyzed samples as needed
• Train new mycology, asbestos or geology analytical testing analysts as needed
• Recommend and coordinate sample transfer as necessary
• Establish and maintain laboratory stock culture and reference samples
• Perform root cause analysis and determine and implement corrective actions for errors and issues as necessary
• Maintain all equipment properly and coordinate servicing of all equipment used in the laboratory, as needed
• Routinely communicate available capacity to Regional Manager
• Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Supervisor/Manager

Qualifications

• BS or BA in a closely related science
• 1-2 years of previous experience with asbestos, mycology, forensic sciences or geology testing services within a laboratory setting
• Professional working proficiency in English is required, including the ability to read, write and speak in English
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

The ideal candidate would possess

• Environmental methodologies within asbestos, mycology, forensic science or geology
• General regulatory requirements
• Analytical laboratory techniques
• Laboratory QA requirements
• Knowledge of computers, spreadsheets, and databases
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills

Compensation

Position pay range starts at $17.75/hr based on experience.

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 section, and geographic location.

Benefits and statements

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

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 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! We are working toward carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives. We encourage our laboratory leaders to make sustainable changes at their local level, and in addition to their initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to help us to achieve this goal.

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

Eurofins is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer; we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Science