Laboratory Technician l

Eurofins•Omaha, NE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician I performs assigned laboratory duties and testing under the authority of, and is accountable to, the Laboratory Supervisor or an appointed designate. The role includes authority to take necessary action within company guidelines and laboratory practices, including identifying departures from the quality system or testing and calibration procedures. The position is full-time and works Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., with additional hours as needed. Candidates living within commuting distance of Omaha, Nebraska, are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree recommended but not required.
Associate or bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Food Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
Experience in plating, plate reading, and sample preparation.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate and promote the company vision.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
Follow relevant management system requirements, including the Quality Manual, SOPs, Local Work Instructions, and Methods, to support compliance with ISO/IEC 17025/AOAC ALACC and applicable government regulatory requirements.
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 and accurate daily records of work, quality-control tests, and regulatory activities.
Enter sample data accurately and promptly into the Eurofins eLIMS system.
Complete laboratory testing of incoming samples accurately, efficiently, and promptly while meeting or exceeding sample turnaround goals.
Verify results and submit them promptly to the appropriate personnel for transmission.
Identify process difficulties and report them, together with proposed solutions, to the supervisor.
Remain ready and willing 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 intra- and interdepartmental employees.
Promote the company image through sound and ethical business practices with the public and customers.
Continually seek to improve the quality of client work through existing and new technologies.
Identify non-conformances and out-of-specifications.
Conduct all activities safely and efficiently.
Perform other duties as assigned.