Laboratory Analyst I - Eurofins Environment Testing North Central - University Park, IL - Eurofins

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.

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

The Analyst I prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with EurofinsQuality Assurance programs and SOP's.

Analyst I 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:

o Preparation of samples using standard techniques

o Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques

o Calculating data

o Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor

o Performing routine instrument maintenance

• Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with EurofinsEHS 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

Qualifications

• BS or BA in chemistry or related field; 3 years laboratory experience may substitute for degree.
• Laboratory experience is a plus
• Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

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

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 1st shift, with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of University Park, IL are encouraged to apply.

Pay range: $16-17/hr.

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.

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our websitewww.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!