Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.
Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.
Job Description
Apply today for a rewarding career with growth potential in our lab.
We are looking for 1st shift and 2nd shift in our Earth City, MO laboratory.
The Analyst I 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.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :
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. These include:
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
Performs other duties as assigned
The ideal candidate would possess :
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
Gas Chromatography
Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
Radio Chemistry
Wet Chemistry
High Resolution preparation and analysis
Low Resolution preparation and analysis
Qualifications
A minimum of an Associate of Science degree in Chemistry or equivalent experience
Experience in an environmental lab is a plus
At least 1-2 year's preparation, analytical experience, or combination, at company or equivalent experience elsewhere preferred
Demonstrated effective communication skills and relate well to people in direct communication
Consciousness of and a positive attitude toward quality, service and safety procedures
Sound reasoning, good judgment and decision making
Strong organization and problem solving skills
Detail oriented, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and able to coordinate multiple priorities
Versatility, flexibility in dealing with people
Ability to synthesize and retain information
Computer skills, experience with LIMs software a plus
Ability to perform basic math skills including multiplication, division and algebra
Work independently
Work within time constraints
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs frequently, and up to 50 lbs occasionally
Willingness to put in overtime hours, as necessary to meet work needs
Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Disclaimer:
This position description is written as a guideline to inform employees of what is generally expected of them at each job level. The description is not intended to be all encompassing or limiting in any manner; rather, it is hoped it will add understanding and better reflect the work performed at all levels of employment. Duties and responsibilities other than those listed may be included as needed within the work group or the company as a whole.
Additional Information
Compensation range:$17-20 (DOE)
Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.
Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.
We support your development!Do you feel you don't match 100% of the requirements? Don't hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.
We embrace diversity!Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being anEqual Opportunity Employer.We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.
Sustainability matters to us!We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives. We encourage our laboratory leaders to make sustainable changes at their local level, and in addition to their initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to help us to achieve this goal!
Find out more in our career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/
Company description:
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and Eurofins Scientific 2/2 March 2023 agroscience contract research services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
In 2022, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.7 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.
To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our websitewww.eurofinsus.com.
Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
