Laboratory Technician l (On-Call)

Eurofins USA Food Testing•Columbia, MO

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician I completes assigned laboratory duties and responsibilities under the authority of, and reports to, the Laboratory Manager or appointed designate (Group Lead). The role may take action needed to carry out its duties and identify departures from testing or calibration procedures, provided actions follow company guidelines, sound technical and business judgment, and laboratory practices. The technician follows applicable quality system documents and regulatory and company requirements; supports a clean and safe work environment; registers incoming samples and maintains accurate records; enters sample data into Eurofins eLIMS; and learns to operate dairy testing instruments and validate results. The position also involves identifying process difficulties, communicating with coworkers and management, responding to client and staff needs, maintaining cooperative working relationships, and promoting ethical business practices. The listed schedule is on-call, Tuesday through Saturday, 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Columbia, Missouri, are encouraged to apply. The posting also describes full-time benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, microbiology, molecular biology, food science, or a related field.
Basic scientific background or interest.
Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Currently living within a commutable distance of Columbia, Missouri.

Responsibilities

Understand and follow quality system documents relevant to assigned responsibilities, including the Quality Manual, SOPs, and methods.
Follow quality measures to meet or exceed applicable NCIMS 2400 forms or other regulatory standards and company requirements.
Follow health, safety, and environmental regulations and help maintain a clean, safe work environment.
Register incoming samples and maintain neat, accurate records of work performed, including records needed for quality control tests or regulatory purposes.
Enter sample data into Eurofins eLIMS accurately and promptly.
Learn to operate dairy testing instruments efficiently and ensure results are properly validated.
Identify process difficulties and report them to management with proposed solutions.
Remain ready to respond to the queries and needs of clients, staff, and coworkers.
Maintain cooperative working relationships and communicate orally and in writing with coworkers, including employees in other departments.
Promote the company image through sound and ethical business practices with the public and customers.
Perform other related duties as assigned.