Laboratory Technician, Eurofins Drinking Water and Wastewater West, LLC - Wilsonville, OR

Job Description

The Laboratory Technician I, using general laboratory methods, techniques, equipment, and instrumentation in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America’s Quality Assurance programs and standard operating
procedures, supports laboratory operations through general maintenance of laboratory and supply storage areas, equipment, instruments, and supplies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up and analyze microbiology samples including potable water, non-potable water, and soil
• Set up and analyze inorganic potable and non-potable water samples
• Understand and interpret Oregon Health Authority rules and regulations
• Assist clients in person, by email, and over the phone
• Receive, log, and process client samples
• Maintain the laboratory in clean and excellent working order
• Maintain laboratory supply inventory, perform QC checks, and prepare Certificates of    Analysis
• Prepare reagents or media for compliance and environmental testing
• Perform monthly environmental monitoring
• Maintain the laboratory filing system
• Document laboratory functions in logbooks and computer systems
• Perform proficiency testing for Oregon's Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program
• Assist manager with tasks independently as needed
• Analyze samples on weekends when required
• Prepares and ships samples, bottle orders, and other items to clients and/or laboratories
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• High school Chemistry or Microbiology coursework, basic laboratory experience.
• Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines). 
• 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.

Ability and/or Skills:

• Reading, writing and speaking skills
• Basic mathematical skills   
• Aseptic technique
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Work independently following written or verbal instructions
• Excellent customer service
• Superior time management skills and ability to work within time constraints
• Excellent documentation, computer, and organization skills
• Ability to multi-task
   

Additional Information

This is a full-time position Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with possible overtime. 

Compensation range: $19.10-22.10 per hour depending on experience. 

Candidate within a commutable distance to Wilsonville, OR are encouraged to apply. 

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.

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 website www.eurofinsus.com 

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 an Equal 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! At Eurofins, we believe sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our vision to be the Global Leader in “Testing for Life,” our mission to contribute to a healthier and safer world, and our core values, we are building a strong foundation for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Eurofins’ commitment to sustainability begins within our own companies through a shared responsibility to people and the planet. With climate change posing an imminent threat, Eurofins and its many companies recognize their duty to proactively reduce or offset the environmental impact of essential operations while also helping our clients do the same—serving as a true ESG Enabler.

Find out more in our career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.