Lab Technician (Weds-Sun 12pm-9pm) - Metals Prep, Environmental Testing

Eurofins Scientific • Edison, NJ

60d • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Come Join the leader in Environment Testing. Eurofins Environment Testing has a fulltime entry level opportunity with full benefits. The Laboratory Technician I, using general laboratory methods, techniques, equipment, and instrumentation in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America's Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures, supports laboratory operations through general maintenance of laboratory and supply storage areas, equipment, instruments, and supplies. Shift & Hours: Position is full time, Wednesday-Sunday 12:00pm-9:00pm Compensation (DOE) - $17.50/hourly Plus 15% shift ($20.13/hour) differential when on shift and Full Benefits

Requirements

• Education: High school Chemistry coursework a must, basic laboratory experience
• Experience: Laboratory experience helpful Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Final candidates must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen
• Must have a valid US drivers license without recent incident.
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Analytical and/or General Science Scientific methods and method compliance
• Strong Mathematics background
• Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures
• Laboratory safety rules and chemical hazards
• General knowledge of chemistry and/or general science
• Basic mathematical skills
• Production work
• Good organizational skills
• Good communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to muti-task
• Quick learner
• Work independently
• Work within time constraints
• Use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
• Complete work within time and quality constraints
• Work independently following written or verbal instructions
• Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing
• Follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines:
• Organic preparation
• Metals preparation and analysis
• Gas Chromatography
• Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
• Radio Chemistry
• Wet Chemistry
• High Resolution preparation and analysis
• Low Resolution preparation and analysis
• Lifting and Carrying: Lifting up to 50 pounds and carrying up to 30 pounds when moving samples and disposing of waste
• Pushing and Pulling: Pushing and pulling up to 200 pounds when moving sample carts and gas tanks
• Body Positions: Approximately 60% of time standing when analyzing samples, 10% walking when moving about laboratory, and 30% sitting when working at computer, doing paper work, or analyzing samples. These percentages vary significantly Page 4- Analyst I depending upon duties being performed. Must be able to sit, stand, or stoop for long periods of time.
• Body Movements: Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching when getting samples and performing analyses
• Smelling: For unusual odors, leakage, contamination
• Hand Use: Handling samples, operating instruments, data entry
• Hearing: Conversational hearing ability
• Vision: Performing analyses, viewing computer screen, doing paperwork
• Speaking: Conversational speaking ability.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs. These include:
• Preparation of samples using standard techniques
• Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques
• Calculating data
• Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor
• Performing routine instrument maintenance
• Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with EHS and QA standards
• Responsible for general housekeeping in his/her work area
• Ability to become trained and competent on complex instrumentation including but not limited to gas chromatography, gas chromatography/mass spectrometry, atomic absorption, ICP, and instrument specific data systems.
• Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods
• Aliquots and weighs samples
• Washes glassware
• Perform 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
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees