On Call/Flex Laboratory Assistant

4 weeks ago


Des Moines, United States Eurofins Scientific Full time

Company Description

Information about Eurofins as a whole:

* Over 50,000 employees worldwide
* Eurofins recently celebrated 30 years of excellence in bioanalytical testing.
* The company has grown from 4 employees in a small lab in France to a global network.
* 800 state-of-the-art laboratories across 41 countries.
* Eurofins is one of the best performing companies in the world. In three decades, the company has grown more than 3,000 times.
* Eurofins is now the global market leader in environmental, food, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics testing as well as in agro-sciences CRO (Contract Research Organization) services.

Job Description

On Call/Flex Laboratory Assistant - Microbiology - flexible hours: days, evenings, weekends

1. Understand and follow Quality System documents relevant to responsibilities, e.g., Quality Manual, SOPs, Methods, and Local Policies.

2. Adhere to appropriate quality measures, which meet or exceed the standards set by ISO/IEC 17025, government regulatory, and company requirements.

3. Follow all company guidelines and procedures relevant to assigned duties.

4. Adhere to all pertinent health, safety, and environmental regulations.

5. Assist in the daily assaying of samples. Perform testing from a daily work list.

6. Set up batches of samples to weigh and weigh samples.

7. Identify from samples assayed the need for rechecks.

8. Prepare solutions used in the daily testing of designated samples.

9. Maintain a neat and accurate record system; keep accurate records of work performed on a daily basis or as needed for quality control tests or regulatory purposes.

10. Record test data and results for samples in logbook, record book or BookMaster and enter the data or results into eLIMS either manually or through automatic export in a timely and accurate manner.

11. Maintain a safe and clean laboratory; clean work area and glassware used in analyses, dispose of hazardous wastes according to established procedures; assist others in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

12. Identify method/matrix/analytical difficulties and report these together with proposed solutions to supervisor.

13. Ensure that proprietary methodologies are not disclosed to non-employees except as approved in writing by the Laboratory Manager or appointed designate.

14. Maintain a perpetual state of readiness and willingness to respond to the queries and needs of clients, staff, and co-workers.

15. Remain current on technical, industry, and business advancements and trends as suggested by Department Leader or supervisor.

16. Recommend more accurate or efficient laboratory equipment or procedures.

17. Maintain cooperative working relationships with all company employees. Communicate orally and in writing to co-workers. This includes "intra" and "inter" departmental employees.

18. Promote the company image through the exercising of sound and ethical business practices as related to the public and our customers.

19. Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.

Excellent communication skills.

Responsive, independent problem solver and action oriented

Initial Education Background

Basic understanding of ISO 17025 guidelines.

High School diploma with 0-3 years experience.

Additional Information

Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Des Moines, IA are encouraged to apply.

* Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
* Life and disability insurance
* 401(k) with company match
* Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.



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