Associate Chemist - Environment Testing - 2nd Shift, Tues-Sat

Eurofins USA Environment Testing • Lancaster, PA

1d • $18 - $19

About The Position

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. 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. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate Demonstrates and promotes the company vision Regular attendance and punctuality Prepare reagents, samples, and standards according to procedures using proper documentation Performs laboratory operations with good laboratory technique and high degree of accuracy and precision Document testing, observations, deviations, and results clearly and completely, and in compliance with SOP, regulatory, and client requirements Understand and perform calculations as required by testing methods Read and understand analytical procedures and internal SOP's Understand and utilize computers to, access information, process data, generate reports and evaluate data, upload data to the lims Process data, generate reports, and evaluate data, and track sample status Detect problems which could affect results and bring these to the attention of department management Perform routine instrument maintenance and calibration of equipment Work overtime as workload requires Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field, or equivalent relevant experience in the field
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Nice To Haves

• BS in Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry coursework
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Previous experience in a lab setting
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies

Responsibilities

• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Prepare reagents, samples, and standards according to procedures using proper documentation
• Performs laboratory operations with good laboratory technique and high degree of accuracy and precision
• Document testing, observations, deviations, and results clearly and completely, and in compliance with SOP, regulatory, and client requirements
• Understand and perform calculations as required by testing methods
• Read and understand analytical procedures and internal SOP's
• Understand and utilize computers to, access information, process data, generate reports and evaluate data, upload data to the lims
• Process data, generate reports, and evaluate data, and track sample status
• Detect problems which could affect results and bring these to the attention of department management
• Perform routine instrument maintenance and calibration of equipment
• Work overtime as workload requires
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees