Laboratory Technician, Temporary

Eurofins USA Environment Testing•Tinley Park, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Technician at Eurofins Scientific prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology, in compliance with Eurofins Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s. This role is temporary, designed to assist during the busy season. Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company dedicated to providing analytical testing services to ensure products are safe, authentic, and accurately labeled, contributing to a safer, healthier, and more sustainable life and environment. The company is committed to protecting the environment and ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

HS Diploma Required
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

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field preferred
1-2 years laboratory experience is preferred but willing to train the right candidate
Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)
Ability to use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
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, 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