Sample Operations Support Technician

Eurofins•Columbia, MO

About The Position

The Operations Support Technician supports laboratory operations by receiving, identifying, logging, storing, tracking, transferring, and finalizing test materials. The role maintains accurate records and paperwork, follows applicable standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements, and alerts a supervisor to problems with samples or their condition. Depending on the area of assignment, the technician may calibrate balances, help unload trucks, homogenize sample matrices, conduct total radioactive residue analyses, perform routine organism-culturing tasks, assist with dilution equipment and preparation, and handle regulated, biohazardous, or toxic materials in accordance with company procedures. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Candidates living within commuting distance of Columbia, Missouri, are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

College laboratory classes or familiarity with a laboratory environment.
Depending on the area of assignment, previous farm or gardening background or experience.

Responsibilities

Use appropriate software to track test materials through receipt, storage, use, expiration, disposal, return, and archiving.
Receive materials, create IDs, log them in, and store them.
Move or transfer materials between departments, check materials in and out for study personnel, and maintain the required paperwork.
Return, dispose of, or archive materials when a study is finalized.
Notify a supervisor of issues with sample condition, labeling, or other problems.
Follow applicable SOPs, Good Laboratory Practices, CGMP, and relevant regulations for quarantined matrices, genetically altered crops, and other materials and samples.
Maintain accurate and legible required documentation.
Perform routine balance-calibration tasks.
Assist with unloading trucks and storing materials appropriately.
Depending on the assignment, homogenize radioactive and non-radioactive matrices using equipment such as a hammermill, Robot Coupe, miter saw, or Straub Grinding Mill.
Depending on the assignment, perform total radioactive residue analyses.
Depending on the assignment, perform routine culturing tasks, including feeding organisms, recordkeeping, and cleaning.
Depending on the assignment, maintain and monitor dilution equipment and assist with preparation.
Depending on the assignment, handle regulated materials, potential biohazard materials, and toxic chemicals according to company procedures.
Perform other related duties as required and directed.