Sample Control Technician - Sample Receiving (M-F 1pm-10pm) - Eurofins Environment Testing, Calscience, Tustin, CA

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA); Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life & Disability Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

PTO

Dental & Vision

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) in Tustin, CA seeks a Sample Control Technician to join our team. Responsibilities include receiving, logging, labeling, and tracking samples; maintaining Chain of Custody; ensuring sample integrity and proper sign-offs; coordinating with project managers and couriers; and performing on-site sampling as needed.

The role supports EPA/EH&S compliant sample handling and requires a high school diploma, English proficiency, and US work authorization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment preferred (production/food service/retail).
• Computer skills preferred.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without sponsorship.
• Professional working proficiency in English (read, write, speak).

Responsibilities

• Receive, log in and label samples, and bottle orders for sign-in and analysis.
• Count samples to verify Chain of Custody and matching with client records.
• Verify samples are not broken or damaged.
• Receive and sign the Chain of Custody.
• Ensure client signs, dates, and records time on the Chain of Custody when releasing samples.
• Inspect samples for damage or hold times to maintain sample integrity.
• Interact with Project Managers and clients professionally.
• Communicate effectively with couriers.
• Restock supplies to ensure availability.
• Maintain the shipping/receiving area for a safe work environment.
• Perform on-site sampling events as needed.
• Dispose of samples according to EPA and EH&S guidelines monthly.
• Label samples after log in as needed.
• May be assigned other sample control duties by management.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Computer skills

Prioritization

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship

Job description

Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies 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 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.

With over 50 laboratories and more than 40 service centers nationwide, Eurofins Environment Testing provides full-service environmental analysis across all 50 states. Our network supports public and private clients—including DoD, DOE, and municipalities—through robust logistics and continuous investment in people, technology, and infrastructure.

We offer comprehensive testing for air, water, soil, sediment, tissue, and waste, covering a wide range of analytes including PFAS, metals, VOCs/SVOCs, dioxins/furans, radiochemicals, and more.

Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies 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 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.

With over 50 laboratories and more than 40 service centers nationwide, Eurofins Environment Testing provides full-service environmental analysis across all 50 states. Our network supports public and private clients—including DoD, DOE, and municipalities—through robust logistics and continuous investment in people, technology, and infrastructure.

We offer comprehensive testing for air, water, soil, sediment, tissue, and waste, covering a wide range of analytes including PFAS, metals, VOCs/SVOCs, dioxins/furans, radiochemicals, and more.

Job Description

Eurofins Environment Testing is seeking a Sample Control Technician to join our Team in Tustin, CA!

Sample Control Technician - Sample Receiving responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform all duties as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedure for Sample Control Technicians.
• Receive, log in and label samples, and bottle orders for sign-in and analysis.
• Count the number of samples when receiving them from clients to make sure that the Chain of Custody and samples match.
• Verify that samples are not broken or damaged.
• Receive and sign the Chain of Custody.
• Ensure that client signs, dates, and records time on the Chain of Custody when releasing samples.
• Inspect samples for damage or violated hold times to maintain sample integrity.
• Interact with Project Managers and clients appropriately and professionally.
• Communicate effectively with the couriers.
• Restock supplies when received so supplies are available to employees when needed.
• Maintain the shipping/receiving area to ensure a safe work environment.
• Perform on-site sampling events as needed.
• Dispose of samples according to guidelines on a monthly basis to remain in compliance with Environmental Protection Agency and Environmental Health & Safety requirements.
• Label samples after log in on an as needed basis.
• May be assigned other sample control duties as identified by the laboratory management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a fast paced, production. food service or retail type environment preferred
• Computer skills preferred
• Ability to prioritize
• 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

Additional Information

Compensation range: $18-$21 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.

Position is full-time with overtime and possible weekends as needed. The candidate must be able to work Monday - Friday, 9:00AM - 6:00PM for the initial training and then transition to the following shift:

• Monday - Friday, 1:00PM - 10:00PM

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base compensation 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 full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

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.

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.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 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.

In 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

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