Sample Receiving Technician - Eurofins Environment Testing Northeast - North Kingstown, RI
About The Position
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company that provides a wide range of analytical testing services to clients across various industries to ensure safety, health, and sustainability. The Sample Receiving Technician role involves performing sample handling in compliance with state and local EPA regulations, including sample receipt, storage, disposal, and shipping to external laboratories. The company is committed to delivering testing services that contribute to societal and environmental health and safety, and to corporate responsibility, environmental protection, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 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
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Nice To Haves
- Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) experience helpful
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication (oral and written)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production setting
- Learn quickly
- 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
Responsibilities
- Follow laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs) in the handling and disposal of samples.
- Perform light laboratory duties.
- Perform sample receiving duties including, but not limited to: sample documentation upon receipt, sample storage and sample disposal.
- Effectively communicate with Sample Receiving Manager on sample receipt related discrepancies including but not limited to: incorrect bottle type / preservation, additional containers not listed on the chain of custody and reporting when sample receipt temperature is out of spec.
- Pack and ship samples.
- Prepare client bottle orders.
- Assist the laboratory with glassware cleaning for all departments.
- Assist chemists and other technicians as needed.
- Perform all responsibilities in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with Eurofins Laboratory safety policy.
- Maintain a safe and healthy work environment that is in compliance with the requirements of Eurofins Laboratory’s Health & Safety program (and local laws and regulations).
- Utilize computer-based laboratory information system to electronically track and store sample containers and for shipping purposes.
- Perform all responsibilities in an organized and timely manner in strict accordance with courier arrival times, sample hold times and with the nightly Fedex pickup.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Dental and vision options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
