Laboratory Technician I - IC/HPLC Prep, Eurofins Environment Testing Southwest, Calscience, Tustin, CA

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA); Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Personal days

Dental and vision options

Job summary

Eurofins Environmental Testing Southwest is seeking a Laboratory Technician I in Tustin, CA. The candidate will weigh, digest, and prepare soil and water samples for IC and HPLC analysis, ensuring adherence to QA programs.

The ideal applicant has a high school diploma, chemistry coursework, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Position is full-time, Monday–Friday, 10:00am–7:00pm, with overtime as needed and a pay range of $18–$22 per hour, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of chemistry and/or general science.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and multi-task.
• Work independently.
• Work within time constraints.
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate backlog and prioritize daily workload based on required due dates and holding times.
• Retrieve samples from sample storage for digestion and preparation.
• Weigh and measure sample aliquots for digestion and preparation.
• Document required sample preparation details and observations.
• Prepare reagents and standards for daily use.
• Maintain laboratory equipment in accordance with the laboratory quality assurance program.
• Perform daily duties while adhering to the environmental health and safety policies.
• Wash laboratory glassware as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment.
• Actively communicate with department manager, analytical team and project managers about job status, rush ETA, sample matrix issues, holding time etc.
• Assist other areas of the laboratory as needed

Skills

General knowledge of chemistry

Basic mathematical skills

Strong problem solving skills

Ability to learn quickly

Work independently

Time constraints

Computer skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

High school chemistry coursework

Job description

Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies 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 to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

With over 50 laboratories and more than 40 service centers nationwide, Eurofins Environment Testing provides full-service environmental analysis across all 50 states. Our network supports public and private clients—including DoD, DOE, and municipalities—through robust logistics and continuous investment in people, technology, and infrastructure.

We offer comprehensive testing for air, water, soil, sediment, tissue, and waste, covering a wide range of analytes including PFAS, metals, VOCs/SVOCs, dioxins/furans, radiochemicals, and more.

Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies 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 to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

With over 50 laboratories and more than 40 service centers nationwide, Eurofins Environment Testing provides full-service environmental analysis across all 50 states. Our network supports public and private clients—including DoD, DOE, and municipalities—through robust logistics and continuous investment in people, technology, and infrastructure.

We offer comprehensive testing for air, water, soil, sediment, tissue, and waste, covering a wide range of analytes including PFAS, metals, VOCs/SVOCs, dioxins/furans, radiochemicals, and more.

Job Description

Eurofins Environmental Testing Southwest is searching for a Laboratory Technician I in Tustin, CA

The Sample Preparation Laboratory Technician I is responsible for utilizing general laboratory methods, techniques, equipment, and instrumentation in compliance with Eurofins Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s, to weigh, digest and prepare soil and water samples for IC and HPLC analysis.

Laboratory Technician I responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following

• Sample preparation duties may include, but are not limited to the following responsibilities:
  • Evaluate backlog and prioritize daily workload based on required due dates and holding times.
  • Retrieve samples from sample storage for digestion and preparation.
  • Weigh and measure sample aliquots for digestion and preparation
  • Document required sample preparation details and observations
  • Prepare reagents and standards for daily use
  • Maintain laboratory equipment in accordance with the laboratory quality assurance program
  • Perform daily duties while adhering to the environmental health and safety policies
  • Wash laboratory glassware as needed
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment.
  • Actively communication with department manager, analytical team and project managers about job status, rush ETA, sample matrix issues, holding time etc.
  • Assist other areas of the laboratory as needed

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess

• General knowledge of chemistry and/or general science
• Basic mathematical skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Ability to learn quickly and multi-task
• Work independently
• Work within time constraints
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies

Basic Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• High school Chemistry coursework, basic laboratory experience
• Experience working in a fast paced environment
• 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

Additional Information

Compensation Range: $18- $22 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.

Position is full-time, Monday - Friday, 10:00am- 7:00pm with overtime and weekends as needed.

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.

Benefits

• comprehensive medical coverage
• life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• paid holidays and vacation
• personal days
• dental and vision options

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.

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 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 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

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