Laboratory Technician - Eurofins Environment Testing - Ridgeland, MS

Eurofins; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Eurofins in Ridgeland, MS is seeking a full-time lab technician to support sample control, perform preparation steps, and maintain lab documentation.

The role requires a science degree, basic chemistry coursework, and the ability to work independently, multi-task, and within time constraints, while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Requires a 2–4 year science degree or coursework in chemistry/biology.
• Chemistry coursework and basic laboratory experience are preferred.
• Good communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Retrieves samples from Sample Control for analysis.
• Performs sample preparation including aliquoting, reagents, and labeling.
• Prepares laboratory paperwork and tracks samples and bench sheets.
• Washes glassware and stocks laboratory supplies.
• Cleans work areas and builds bottle kits for clients.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Basic math

Production work

Organization

Communication

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Quick learner

Independent work

Time management

Education

2–4 year science degree

Job description

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 Ridgeland, MS.
• 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.

We support your development!

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-servicing 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