Laboratory Technician I

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 works 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 the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. Eurofins 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 Organizations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. Job Description Demonstrates and promotes the company vision Regular attendance and punctuality Reads, understands and follows management system requirements as relevant to responsibilities, including but not limited to requirements found in the Quality Manual, SOPs, Local Work Instructions and Methods which in turn ensures compliance with ISO/IEC 17025/AOAC ALACC requirements and relevant government regulatory. Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations relative to assigned analytical work; maintain and assist others in maintaining a clean, safe work environment. Registration of incoming samples (as needed), maintaining a neat and accurate record system of work performed on a daily basis and as needed for quality control tests or regulatory purposes. Enter the sample data into Eurofins eLIMS system in a timely and accurate manner. Complete laboratory testing on all incoming samples in an accurate, efficient and timely manner; ensure sample turnaround time goals are met or exceeded. Verify results and submit results to the appropriate personnel for transmission, in a timely manner. Identify process difficulties and report these together with proposed solutions to supervisor. Maintain a perpetual state of readiness and willingness to respond to the queries and needs of clients, staff, and co-workers. Maintain cooperative working relationships with all company employees. Communicate orally and in writing to co-workers. This includes "intra" and "inter" departmental employees. Promote the company image through the exercising of sound and ethical business practices as related to the public and our customers. Continually strive to improve the quality of work we provide to our clients through existing and new technologies Identify non-conformances and out-of-specifications Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ): Plating Plate reading Sample preparation Education/Experience HS Diploma required Additional preferences: AS or BS Degree in Microbiology, Food Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry or a related field Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills Excellent communication skills Responsive problem solver and action oriented Additional preferences: Willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship Additional Information Position is part time 40 hours/ week Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM. Starting pay rate $16.50 with the opportunity for $17 after 30-day review. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Tucker, GA are encouraged to apply. 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 and vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options. Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.