Laboratory Analyst - Environment Testing, Earth City MO
Eurofins•Earth City, MO
•$17 - $20•Onsite
About The Position
Eurofins Scientific is seeking entry-level candidates for full-time, year-round positions in their Environment Testing laboratory in Earth City, MO. The Analyst I will prepare and analyze environmental samples using standard analytical techniques and EPA methodology, adhering to Eurofins' Quality Assurance programs and SOPs. This role offers opportunities for growth, with compensation between $18-20/hour (DOE) plus benefits.
Requirements
- A minimum of an Associate of Science degree in Chemistry or equivalent experience
- At least 1-2 year’s preparation, analytical experience, or combination, at company or equivalent experience elsewhere preferred
- Demonstrated effective communication skills and relate well to people in direct communication
- Consciousness of and a positive attitude toward quality, service and safety procedures
- Sound reasoning, good judgment and decision making
- Strong organization and problem solving skills
- Detail oriented, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and able to coordinate multiple priorities
- Versatility, flexibility in dealing with people
- Ability to synthesize and retain information
- Computer skills, experience with LIMs software a plus
- Ability to perform basic math skills including multiplication, division and algebra
- Work independently
- Work within time constraints
- Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs frequently, and up to 50 lbs occasionally
- Willingness to put in overtime hours, as necessary to meet work needs
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an environmental lab is a plus
- Able to 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
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
- Regular attendance and punctuality
- Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
- Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs.
- 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 Eurofins’ 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
- Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
- Performs other duties as assigned
Benefits
- comprehensive medical coverage
- life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- paid holidays
- paid time off
- dental and vision options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
