Laboratory Technician l

Eurofins USA Food Testing•Louisville, KY

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician I performs assigned laboratory duties under the authority and accountability of the Laboratory Supervisor or appointed designate. The role may take action to carry out its responsibilities and identify departures from the quality system or testing and calibration procedures, provided actions follow company guidelines, sound technical and business judgment, and laboratory practices. The technician supports accurate and timely sample registration, data entry, laboratory testing, result verification, and reporting. The position follows applicable quality-system requirements and regulatory standards, maintains a safe and clean work environment, and works cooperatively with colleagues and clients. The position is based within commuting distance of Louisville, Kentucky, and is scheduled Wednesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Ability to follow applicable quality-system requirements, laboratory procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Ability to perform accurate and timely sample registration, data entry, laboratory testing, result verification, and recordkeeping.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Food Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
Experience in plating, plate reading, and sample preparation.
Currently living within a commutable distance of Louisville, Kentucky.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate and promote the company vision; maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
Read, understand, and follow management-system requirements relevant to the role, including the Quality Manual, SOPs, Local Work Instructions, and Methods, supporting compliance with ISO/IEC 17025/AOAC ALACC and applicable government regulations.
Follow health, safety, and environmental regulations for assigned analytical work and help maintain a clean, safe work environment.
Register incoming samples as needed and maintain neat, accurate records of work performed for daily, quality-control, and regulatory purposes.
Enter sample data into the Eurofins eLIMS system accurately and promptly.
Complete laboratory testing on incoming samples accurately, efficiently, and on time, meeting or exceeding sample turnaround goals.
Verify results and submit them promptly to the appropriate personnel for transmission.
Identify process difficulties and report them, along with proposed solutions, to the supervisor.
Respond to the queries and needs of clients, staff, and coworkers; maintain cooperative working relationships and communicate orally and in writing across departments.
Promote the company image through sound and ethical business practices with the public and customers.
Continually seek to improve the quality of work provided to clients through existing and new technologies.
Identify non-conformances and out-of-specifications.
Conduct all activities safely and efficiently and perform other duties as assigned.