Laboratory Technician (entry level) - Eurofins Environment Testing - North Kingstown, RI
About The Position
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. Full-time entry level position Monday - Friday 12:30pm- 9:00pm Candidates living within a commutable distance of North Kingstown, RI are encouraged to apply. Compensation $18-20/hour (depends on experience) plus eligible for benefits This is an entry level position, those looking to gain experience in a laboratory setting without a 4 year degree encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- High school Chemistry coursework preferred.
- Basic laboratory experience preferred
- Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Samples will be in coolers packed in ice.
- Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.
- Perform other duties as assigned
- All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Nice To Haves
- Comfortable with a fast paced time sensitive laboratory
- Ability to use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
- Ability to use TALS
- Ability to complete work within time and quality constraints
- Can work independently following written or verbal instructions
- Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing
- 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
- Retrieving samples from Sample Control for analysis.
- Performing sample preparation which may include, but is not limited to, a combination of the following methods: Aliquot samples Spike and trace samples Prepare reagents Bottle samples Prepare concentrations Separation Sonication Liquid rack set up
- Resolving discrepancies and anomalies to ensure samples are properly labeled.
- Preparing general laboratory paperwork such as recording analysis results, tracking samples, bench sheets, and laboratory logbooks.
- Washing laboratory glassware to prepare for next day’s samples.
- Stocking laboratory supplies.
- Cleaning work area(s) to maintain a safe working environment.
- Assisting other laboratory areas as needed.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
