Laboratory Technician I - Microbiology

Eurofins US Food, Feed, & Supplement Testing; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision options

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Eurofins US Food, Feed, & Supplement Testing is seeking a Laboratory Technician I in Des Moines, Iowa. This position requires an HS Diploma and relevant coursework in Microbiology or related fields. The technician will perform essential lab tests, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

The job requires excellent analytical and communication skills, along with a high level of independence and responsiveness. Full-time benefits include medical coverage, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma required.
• AS or BS Degree in a related field preferred.
• 1+ years of relevant experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory tests on samples accurately and timely.
• Register incoming samples and maintain records.
• Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Microbiology

Food Sciences

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

HS Diploma

AS or BS Degree in Microbiology, Food Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry

Job description

Company Overview

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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in‑vitro diagnostic products. In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

Job Overview

The Laboratory Technician I receives sufficient authority from, and is accountable to the Laboratory Supervisor or appointed designate for the successful completion of assigned duties and responsibilities and has the authority to take action necessary to carry out the duties and responsibilities of this position and to identify the occurrence of departures from the quality system or from the procedures for performing tests and/or calibrations, so long as such action does not deviate from established company guidelines, is consistent with sound technical and business judgment, and follows the practices of the laboratory.

Shift Schedule

Microbiology – Mid shift – Mon – Fri (noon – 8:30 pm) or Tue – Fri (noon – 8:30 pm) + Sat (9 am – 5:30 pm)

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Reads, understands and follows management system requirements as relevant to responsibilities, including but not limited to requirements found in the Quality Manual, SOPs, Local Work Instructions and Methods which in turn ensures compliance with ISO/IEC 17025/AOAC ALACC requirements and relevant government regulatory requirements
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations relative to assigned analytical work; maintain and assist others in maintaining a clean, safe work environment
• Registration of incoming samples (as needed), maintaining a neat and accurate record system of work performed on a daily basis and as needed for quality control tests or regulatory purposes
• Enter the sample data into Eurofins eLIMS system in a timely and accurate manner
• Complete laboratory testing on all incoming samples in an accurate, efficient and timely manner; ensure sample turnaround time goals are met or exceeded
• Verify results and submit results to the appropriate personnel for transmission, in a timely manner
• Identify process difficulties and report these together with proposed solutions to supervisor
• Maintain a perpetual state of readiness and willingness to respond to the queries and needs of clients, staff, and co‑workers
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with all company employees. Communicate orally and in writing to co‑workers. This includes “intra” and “inter” departmental employees
• Promote the company image through the exercising of sound and ethical business practices as related to the public and our customers
• Continually strive to improve the quality of work we provide to our clients through existing and new technologies
• Identify non‑conformances and out‑of‑specifications
• Conduct all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• HS Diploma required
• AS or BS Degree in Microbiology, Food Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry or a related field with experience in plating, plate reading, and sample preparation
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Responsive, independent problem solver and action oriented
• Bachelor or Associate degree or with 1+ years experience

Additional Information

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Responsive problem solver and action oriented
• Willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Des Moines, IA are encouraged to apply

What We Offer

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

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