Laboratory Technician - Eurofins Environment Testing - Memphis, TN

Eurofins; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing America is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to perform general laboratory methods, prepare samples, maintain equipment, and support daily operations. This full-time role requires chemistry basics, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced lab environment.

The position involves handling samples, maintaining logs, and ensuring accurate documentation, with a Monday–Friday day shift in Memphis, TN.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of chemistry and/or general science.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Production work.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Quick learner.
• Work independently.
• Work within time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Retrieves samples from Sample Control for analysis.
• Performs sample preparation using various methods.
• Resolves discrepancies and anomalies to ensure proper labeling.
• Prepares general laboratory paperwork and logs.
• Washes laboratory glassware for next day.
• Stocks laboratory supplies.
• Cleans work areas for a safe environment.
• Builds bottle kits for clients and supports other areas.

Skills

General knowledge of chemistry

Basic mathematical skills

Production work

Good organizational skills

Good communication skills

Problem solving skills

Ability to multi-task

Quick learner

Work independently

Work within time constraints

Education

Education: 2 to 4 year degree in science

Job description

Laboratory Technician I

The Laboratory Technician I, using general laboratory methods, techniques, equipment, and instrumentation in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America's Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures, supports laboratory operations through general maintenance of laboratory and supply storage areas, equipment, instruments, and supplies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Retrieves samples from Sample Control for analysis.
• Performs sample preparation which may include, but is not limited to, a combination of the following methods: Aliquot samples Spike and trace samples Prepare reagents Bottle samples Prepare concentrations Separation Sonication Liquid rack set up Microbiology work
• Resolves discrepancies and anomalies to ensure samples are properly labeled.
• Prepares general laboratory paperwork such as recording analysis results, tracking samples, bench sheets, and laboratory logbooks.
• Washes laboratory glassware to prepare for next day's samples.
• Stocks laboratory supplies.
• Cleans work area(s) to maintain a safe working environment.
• Builds bottle kits to provide to clients and assists other laboratory areas as needed.

Education/Experience (BMQ)

Education: 2 to 4 year degree in science

Experience: Chemistry coursework, basic laboratory experience

Ability and/or Skills (BMQ)

• General knowledge of chemistry and/or general science
• Basic mathematical skills
• Production work
• Good organizational skills
• Good communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Quick learner
• Work independently
• Work within time constraints

Requirements

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 Monday - Friday day shift. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance or Memphis, TN are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

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

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and Eurofins Scientific 2/2 March 2023 agroscience contract research services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in