Laboratory Technician

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies 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 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.

With more than 20 U.S. locations, Eurofins Built Environment Testing offers Industrial Hygiene (IH) and Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) services to protect health in built environments. Clients include consultants, industry, real estate, healthcare, government, and homeowners.

Services cover a wide range of tests, including asbestos (PLM/TEM), mold, bacteria, VOCs, allergens, Legionella, radon, lead, silica, and more.

Job Description

Eurofins Drinking Water and Wastewater Central, LLC. has a full-time Laboratory Technican I opening at our South Bend Laboratory in our Radiochemistry department. This is a full-time, hourly position averaging 40 hours per week.

This position will be responsible for sample handling, reagent preparations, laboratory maintenance and assisting staff with routine water quality extractions, adhering to department’s daily QA/QC requirements, as well as supporting other laboratory needs that may arise.  The work schedule may require evenings and/or weekends and the candidate must be able to work overtime on short same-day notice.  Previous experience in a laboratory environment is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Support analytical staff with accurate weighing, pipetting skills, preparation of volumetric reagents and standards, labeling, and glass washing.
• Input of data into corporate database
• Clearly and accurately documenting data
• Cleaning and maintaining specific laboratory supplies, instruments and laboratory areas
• Following safe work practices and adhering to company guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner
• Additional Duties as assigned

Role is M-F, 8am-5pm, with additional hours as needed.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field preferred, but not required; equivalent lab experience may substitute for a degree