Laboratory Technician (M-F 12pm-8:30pm) - Eurofins Environment Testing Northeast - Edison, NJ

Eurofins; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical coverage

Dental and vision options

Paid holidays

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) is hiring a Laboratory Technician I in Edison, NJ. This full-time role supports laboratory operations with sample prep, digestion, and preparation of water and soil samples for metals analysis. Monday–Friday, 12:00pm–8:30pm.

Pay is $17.50/hr plus a 5% shift differential, with strong benefits. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and basic lab experience; English proficiency is required, with ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of chemistry and/or general science
• Basic mathematical skills
• Production work
• Good organizational skills
• Good communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to multitask
• Work independently
• Work within time constraints

Responsibilities

• Retrieving samples from Sample Control for analysis.
• Prepare reagents and bottle samples.
• Perform digestions with concentrated acids.
• Learn the Eurofins Laboratory Information Management System.
• Stock laboratory supplies and clean work areas.
• Record analysis results and maintain laboratory logbooks.

Skills

General knowledge of chemistry

Basic mathematical skills

Laboratory Information Management (LIM

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

High school Chemistry coursework preferred

Basic laboratory experience preferred

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Job description

Company 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.

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.

Job Description

The Laboratory Technician I, 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.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Retrieving samples from Sample Control for analysis.


• Performing 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


• Preparing water and soil samples for metals analysis.


• Performing digestions with concentrated acids


• Learning the Eurofins Laboratory Information Management System


• Learning the Mercury Analysis


• Liquid rack set up


• Resolving discrepancies and anomalies to ensure samples are properly labeled.


• Preparing general laboratory paperwork such as recording analysis results, tracking samples, bench sheets, and laboratory logbooks.


• Washing laboratory glassware to prepare for next day’s samples.


• Stocking laboratory supplies.


• Cleaning work area(s) to maintain a safe working environment.


• Assisting other laboratory areas as needed.

The Ideal Candidate Would Possess

• Comfortable with a fast-paced time sensitive laboratory work


• Ability to use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts


• Ability to use TALS (Laboratory Information Management System)


• Ability to complete work within time and quality constraints


• Can work independently following written or verbal instructions


• Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing

Full-time entry level position Mon-Fri schedule 12:00pm-8:30pm.

This is an entry level position.

Basic Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent


• High school Chemistry coursework preferred.


• Basic laboratory experience preferred


• Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Samples will be in coolers packed in ice.


• Perform other duties as assigned

Abilities/Skills

• 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

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 12:00pm - 8:30pm.

Pay rate: $17.50/hr + a 5% shift differential

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.

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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.

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