Laboratory Technician

Eurofins US Food, Feed, & Supplement Testing; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurofins USA Food Testing is seeking an entry-level Microbiology Lab Technician to join our Raleigh, NC lab. The role focuses on learning sample accession, registration, tracking, labeling, sending, and disposal while applying GMP/GLP where appropriate.

You will perform USP and AOAC microbiology tests by enumeration and detection, weigh and prepare samples, and use the eLIMS system daily. Strong computer skills, attention to detail, and customer service mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related science field; experience may substitute.
• Computer literacy and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to learn new tasks and solve problems quickly.
• Must reside within commuting distance to Raleigh lab.

Responsibilities

• Learn sample accession tasks including registration, tracking, labeling, sending, and disposal.
• Conduct USP and AOAC microbiology testing by enumeration and detection.
• Learn to use the Eurofins eLIMS system daily.
• Prepare and weigh samples with proper aseptic technique.
• Coordinate with client services to update procedures as guided.
• Communicate discrepancies and assist with problem solving.
• Work with internal clients to clarify needs as required.
• Follows safety practices and handles hazardous wastes with training.
• Schedule: M-F 1:00pm - 9:30pm.

Skills

Customer Service

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree in related science

Tools

eLIMS

Job description

Job Description

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision.
• Shows regular attendance and punctuality.
• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate.
• Position will be introduced to food and dietary supplements for microbiology testing.
• Learns sample accession tasks including opening, registering, tracking, labeling, sending, and disposing of samples.
• Learns to coordinate with client services to establish or update customer service procedures, with guidance, as appropriate.
• Learns to communicate discrepancies to appropriate personnel and assist with problem solving.
• Learns to handle internal customer inquiries, solve problems with assistance, and contact internal clients for clarification as needed.
• Learns Eurofins Laboratory Information System (eLIMS) and how to use in daily duties.
• Learns how to weigh and prepare samples for basic USP and AOAC testing.
• Applies proper aseptic technique when prepping samples.
• Registration of samples IAW KGD and local guidance
• Conducts testing by enumeration and detection of all USP and AOAC Micro samples
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Schedule: M-F 1:00pm - 9:30 pm.

Qualifications

• A minimum of an Associate’s degree (in related science is preferred). Experience may be substituted for education.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Customer service skills including attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality and communication skills (is preferred).
• Ability to identify and communicate client’s service needs.
• Ability to learn new tasks.
• Ability to think critically and solve problems quickly and efficiently.
• Reside within a commutable distance to Raleigh, NC lab.

Additional Information

• Will be exposed to potential food allergens (ex. Milk, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish, etc.).
• Overtime, weekend and holiday work as required.
• Job requires long periods of time sitting or standing at a computer.
• Must be able to lift approximately 35 lbs. for short periods of time.
• Expected to understand the process for handling hazardous wastes and receive on-the-job training for handling specific waste types in their job area.

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Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…

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