Media Prep Technician: 2nd shift!

Eurofins US Food, Feed, & Supplement Testing; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Media Prep Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves preparing and sterilizing media for microbiological testing, ensuring that all laboratory glassware is clean and equipment is operational. With a commitment to health and safety, you will adhere to strict protocols while working in a collaborative environment. The company offers excellent benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage and a 401(k) plan with company match. If you are passionate about science and eager to contribute to a safer and healthier environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

Dental and Vision Options

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma with courses in Chemistry, Biology, and Algebra.
• Ability to read and understand Standard Operating Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and sterilize media for microbiological testing.
• Operate autoclaves and document media preparation accurately.
• Maintain proper housekeeping and adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Laboratory Practices

Media Preparation

Sterilization Techniques

Chemical Knowledge

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Autoclave

pH Meter

Lab Balance

Automatic Washers

Job description

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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 agroscience Contract Research Organisation 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 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 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.

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 agroscience Contract Research Organisation 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 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 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.

Job Description

Eurofins SF Analytical Laboratories is searching for a media prep technician to perform all daily assignments needed to maintain media supply for the labs. The primary responsibilities will be to prepare and sterilize media for microbiological testing. The position will also include washing laboratory glassware, sterilizing microbiological waste, and disposing of waste post sterilization.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare liquid media and agar for use in Microbiological testing.
• Operate autoclaves for sterilization of media and waste.
• Perform routine autoclave maintenance.
• Operate pH meter and lab balance.
• Use automatic washers and perform manual washing to clean glassware.
• Document media preparation, autoclave usage, equipment usage and calibration clearly and accurately in laboratory logbooks.
• Report all equipment, technical, or workload problems immediately to management.
• Monitor and maintain proper housekeeping in applicable work areas.
• Adhere to company health and safety policies, including eye protection, lab coats, and hand protection.
• Demonstrate good laboratory practices (GLP).
• Follow all company analytical and administrative Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  
  

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of a high school diploma with courses in Chemistry, Biology and Algebra required.
• Authorization to work in the US without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to read and understand Standard Operating Procedures.
• Must be willing to work independently and in a team environment.
• Listen and communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
• Possess the ability to reason and adapt to changing media needs of the laboratory.
• Possess exemplary organizational skills.
• Work during assigned hours and overtime or weekends when requested.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift approximately 30 lbs.
  
  

Additional Information

Position is Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 2:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m., with additional hours, as needed. Candidates currently living in a commutable distance to Horsham, PA 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Science

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