Sample Control Technician - Eurofins Environment Testing Southeast - Pensacola, FL

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA); Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

A prominent analytical testing firm based in Pensacola, FL is hiring a logistics coordinator. Responsibilities include tracking samples, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining a safe work environment. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to operate company vehicles. This full-time position offers a pay rate of $16-17/hr, plus benefits including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle background check.
• Professional working proficiency in English (read, write, and speak).
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Logs and tracks the receipt and shipment of all samples.
• Receives and unloads incoming samples according to regulations.
• Maintains company vehicles for sample pickups and deliveries.

Skills

Office practices and equipment

Basic oral and written communication skills

Organize work and pay attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computers and basic office equipment

Laboratory and testing procedures

Computerized shipping systems

Job description

Overview

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing 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 network of Eurofins companies.

Position is full-time. Work schedule will be Tuesday - Friday 9am - 6pm and Saturday 9am - 2pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Pensacola, FL are encouraged to apply.

Position Summary

Logs and tracks the receipt and shipment of all samples into and out of the laboratory and verifies receipt of samples. Assists in preparing bottle kits for delivery to clients and ensures accurate and timely documentation of sample log in, labeling, and routing. Determines the priority level and appropriate testing procedures of samples according to Chain of Custody, as well as labeling and storing samples in accordance with documented procedures. May be responsible for pick-up and delivery of samples and additional customer service, driving, or courier duties as necessary to support laboratory and client needs. Responsible for proper disposal of samples and waste in accordance with all applicable procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receives and unloads incoming samples or consignments in accordance with DOT regulations and verifies receipt against Chain of Custody (COC). Verifies COC accuracy, completeness, and correctness and resolves discrepancies.
• Logs samples into Lab Management System daily to assign a lot number for tracking and distributes paperwork to Project Managers.
• Labels samples for lot-number-based identification and delivers samples to appropriate labs for analysis.
• Prepares bottle kits daily to be shipped to clients to collect samples and return for analysis in accordance with established procedures including EPA and DOT requirements.
• Forwards samples to other laboratories as needed to run tests not performed at the location.
• Disposes of spent samples, waste and other potentially hazardous materials per established procedures.
• Monitors freezer and cooler temperatures daily to ensure readings are within SOP guidelines.
• Cleans and organizes the department daily to promote a clean, safe work environment and smooth operations.
• Maintains and promotes safety and conducts all operations in a safe and environmentally compliant manner.
• Stocks and inventories supplies to maintain proper quantities for tasks.
• Performs splits and composites as needed upon request.
• May perform courier duties as needed to support lab and client needs.
• Compliant with all driver procedures, certifications, and Company driver policies.
• Willingness to be on-call during non-business hours to perform non-routine sampling and delivery.
• Assists in maintenance of walk-in coolers and locations samples.
• Ships empty coolers back to clients and other Eurofins Environment Testing America Laboratories. Logs outgoing coolers to maintain inventory.
• Maintains company vehicles for sample pickups and deliveries as needed.
• Conducts all client interaction in a professional manner.
• Other duties as determined by local management.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ)

Education/Experience (BMQ)

• High school diploma or equivalent

Certificates and/or Licenses (BMQ)

• Valid state issued driver’s license to operate company vehicles.
• Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle background check as required for company driver certification.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card and TSA clearance may be required within 90 days of date of hire.
• Additional client or location licenses or certifications may be required to support client and operational needs.
• May drive for long periods, up to 8 hours per day.

Ability and/or Skills (BMQ)

• Office practices and equipment
• Computers, word processing software and database software
• Laboratory and testing procedures
• General mathematics
• Basic composition, spelling, grammar, punctuation
• Basic oral and written communication skills
• Communicate orally and in writing
• Organize work and pay attention to detail
• Computers and basic office equipment
• Computerized shipping systems
• Personal protective equipment

Additional Information

• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Professional working proficiency in English (read, write, and speak)

Pay rate: $16-17/hr

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes; actual base salary may vary based on experience, skills, and location.

We offer benefits including medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and time off, and dental and vision options. Benefits vary based on full-time/part-time status.

Find out more at www.eurofinsus.com.

We embrace diversity and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination based on gender identity/expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and other protected characteristics.