Laboratory Technician I, Eurofins Environment Testing Northeast, Middleborough, MA

RXinsider LTD.; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurofins USA Environment Testing in Middleborough, MA seeks a Laboratory Technician I to perform basic sample preparations, simple analyses, and custodial duties. The role is full-time, Mon–Fri, 11:00am–8:00pm, with 40–45 hours weekly and a pay of $19–$20 per hour (DOE).

Ideal candidates hold a science-related bachelor’s degree, can work nights/weekends when needed, and are proficient in Word/Excel. Pre-employment screens apply.

Qualifications

• Experience following SOPs for sample prep and analysis.
• Ability to perform basic analytical tasks and document results.
• Strong computer skills including MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs for receipt and handling of samples and reagents.
• Perform simple analyses or instrument use to generate data.
• Maintain sample inventory, storage and disposal per policy.
• Accurately document activities and results after training.
• Assist chemists and other technicians as needed.
• Support hazardous waste management and ensure proper disposal.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a science related field

Job description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

Group's key figures are approx. 6.95 billion Euros turnover, over 950 laboratories across 60 countries and about 63,000 staff.

Job Description

Do you live a commutable distance to Middleborough, MA?

As the Laboratory Technician I, you will perform basic sample and standard preparations, and simple analyses, and/or sample custodial duties.

This position is full time Mon-Friday 11:00am-8:00pm. The average work week is 40-45 hours depending on business needs. Compensation $19-20/hour (DOE)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include, but are not limited to:

• Follow laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs) in the receipt and handling of sample, preparation of samples, solutions and/or reagents, and bottle preparation.
• Perform simple analyses or instrument utilization to provide data that will not be directly reported to a client.
• Perform sample custodial duties including sample inventory upon receipt, sample storage, and sample disposal.
• After proper training, accountable for accurate documentation in accordance with ESS Laboratory policy and SOPs.
• Assists chemists and other technicians as needed.
• Participates in the management of hazardous waste by ensuring hazardous waste is properly stored and disposed of.
• Responsible for proper disposal of samples, digestates, extracts and reagents into satellite containers.
• Maintains a safe and healthy work environment
• Meets all quality criteria as specified in QA manual.
• Works and communicates with personnel of own and other departments
• Continually aware of and meets holding time/commitments required by external and internal clients.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned, including, but not limited to, clerical duties to support the team

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a science related field is preferred
• Exceptional attentiveness to detail, with ability to learn and understand technical terms
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and work nights and weekends when needed
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Basic laboratory experience
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Final candidates must pass a pre-employment background and drug screen requirements
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Lifting up to 40lbs
• Sedentary Work
• Precision type work
• Computer input and typing, answering phones
• Acuity, near – clarity of vision at 20 feet or more
• Standing, stooping, walking, bending, reaching, pulling and pushing
• Use of chemicals

"All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check."

Additional Information

All applicants in consideration for a role with Eurofins USA must be authorized to work for any employer in the U. S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position, at this time

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base Compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base compensation of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.

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—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 :40 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 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-vitro diagnostic products.

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 2022, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.7 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

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 full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

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