Sample Preparation Technician I - $250 Sign on Bonus

Eurofins•Des Moines, IA

About The Position

The Sample Preparation Technician I works in the Sample Prep Department on a second-shift schedule. The role prepares samples for analysis, operates basic laboratory equipment, maintains accurate records, and performs work in accordance with applicable quality systems, regulatory requirements, and health, safety, and environmental regulations. Technicians are expected to maintain a clean and safe work area, communicate with colleagues and clients, and support timely, accurate laboratory testing.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Responsive, independent problem solver who is action oriented.
Associate degree, or high school diploma with 0–3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

Understand and follow relevant quality system documents, including the Quality Manual, SOPs, and methodologies.
Meet applicable ISO/IEC 17025, cGMP, GLP, and company quality requirements.
Follow health, safety, and environmental regulations and help maintain a clean, safe work environment.
Demonstrate proficiency in at least one core method and perform at least one other assigned method with no more than 25% supervision.
Operate required basic laboratory equipment within the department.
Set up sample batches and weigh samples.
Prepare samples for analysis and perform timely, accurate analysis using appropriate methods, techniques, and data reduction.
Maintain accurate daily work records and quality-control or regulatory records; record sample data and results in logbooks, record books, or BookMaster and enter them into eLIMS in a timely and accurate manner.
Identify when assayed samples require rechecks.
Maintain clean glassware and prepare solutions for daily testing of assigned samples.
Identify method, matrix, or analytical difficulties and report them, with proposed solutions, to the Department Leader or supervisor.
Protect proprietary methodologies from disclosure to non-employees unless approved in writing by the Laboratory Manager or appointed designate.
Respond to the queries and needs of clients, staff, and co-workers.
Stay current on technical, industry, and business advancements and trends as suggested by the Department Leader or supervisor.
Recommend more accurate or efficient laboratory equipment or procedures.
Maintain cooperative working relationships and communicate orally and in writing with intra- and interdepartmental employees.
Promote the company image through sound and ethical business practices in dealings with the public and customers.
Perform other related duties as assigned.