Laboratory Technician II (Wet Chemistry) - Eurofins Environment Testing - Lancaster, PA

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA); Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Dental and vision options

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) is seeking a Laboratory Technician II in Lancaster, PA to support routine laboratory operations using general methods and QA procedures.

You will perform sample preparation, maintain clean work areas, assist other laboratory areas as needed, and be willing to train offsite in Richmond, VA. This full-time position runs Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• High school chemistry coursework and basic laboratory experience.
• General knowledge of chemistry and general science; basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Retrieves samples from Sample Control for analysis.
• Performs sample preparation including aliquots, spikes, reagents, bottle samples, and concentrations.
• Handles separation, sonication, and liquid rack setup.
• Resolves discrepancies to ensure proper labeling.
• Prepares lab paperwork and logs results; washes glassware and stocks supplies.
• Purges samples for discard and stores others; cleans work areas.
• Assists other laboratory areas as needed.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Mathematical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving skills

Multitasking

Quick learner

Independent work

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Chemistry coursework

Job 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.

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.

Job Description

Position Summary: The Laboratory Technician II, using general laboratory methods, techniques, equipment, and instrumentation in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America’s Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures, supports laboratory operations through general maintenance of laboratory and supply storage areas, equipment, instruments, and supplies. Supports team as requested with problem solving, planning, process improvement and production as experience allows.

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
• 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.
• Purges samples to be discarded and boxes samples to be stored.
• Cleans work area(s) to maintain a safe working environment.
• Assists other laboratory areas as needed.

This role will be located at the Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Environment testing lab in Lancaster, PA. Must be willing to train offsite at the Richmond, VA Industrial Hygiene lab.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ):

Education/Experience (BMQ):

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: High school 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 muti-task
• Quick learner
• Work independently
• Work within time constraints

Must be willing to train in Richmond, VA.

Additional Information

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 8:30am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply. Must be willing to train in Richmond, VA.

Pay range: $19-22/hr.

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

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.

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

We support your development!

Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! 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 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.

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