Laboratory Technician I — Full-Time with Benefits

Eurofins US Food, Feed, & Supplement Testing; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Paid vacation & holidays

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Eurofins USA Food Testing is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to support routine testing and quality systems in a fast-paced lab environment. You will perform sample prep, plating and read plates, while adhering to ISO/IEC 17025/AOAC ALACC standards and company guidelines.

Responsibilities include data entry, sample registration, and accurate result reporting. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work overtime as needed in Lafayette area facilities.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma required; AS/BS in Microbiology, Food Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry or related field ideal.
• 0-2+ years lab experience in plating, plate reading, and sample prep preferred.
• Aseptic technique, strong organizational and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Register incoming samples and maintain accurate records.
• Enter data into eLIMS timely and accurately.
• Complete laboratory testing and meet turnaround time goals.
• Verify results and communicate with relevant personnel.
• Identify non-conformances and report with proposed solutions.

Skills

Plating

Plate reading

Sample prep

Aseptic technique

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Overtime

Education

AS/BS in Microbiology or related field

HS Diploma

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Eurofins USA Food Testing is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to support routine testing and quality systems in a fast-paced lab environment. You will perform sample prep, plating and read plates, while adhering to ISO/IEC 17025/AOAC ALACC standards and company guidelines.

Responsibilities include data entry, sample registration, and accurate result reporting. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work overtime as needed in Lafayette area facilities.