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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.

In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Seeking a positive, motivated, and adaptable early career scientist or experience warehouse technician for a full-time 1st shift opportunity. Monday-Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm

Employee Responsibilities Include:

Performs sampling on air ports across the client siteSamples of bulk tanker truck deliveriesPerforms compressed air analysis, and total oil and dewpoint testingEmployee will cross-train with the solids sampling group to support other sampling activities as neededRequests material to a location for sampling, visually inspects, and verifies material prior to samplingCleans and disinfects raw material containers for entry into a clean room environmentUses sterile technique to gown into clean room environmentAccurately records sampling activities and reports any quality anomaliesMaintains laboratory supplies and performs laboratory housekeeping as assignedEnsures superlative customer service to clientsParticipates in required training activitiesComplies with all pertinent regulatory agency requirementsInvolves some travel; no more that 10 minutes by car between sampling sites

Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate would possess: 

Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail Strong computer and organizational skills Desire to work in a physical role that requires standing much of the time, pushing barrels weighing up to 500 lbs on a dolly, and lifting containers of up to 30 lbs repeatedly throughout the day. Requires bending, squatting, lifting, and twisting.Is self-motivated, adaptable, team-oriented, and has a positive attitude 

Minimum Qualifications: 

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or other science-related degree concentration, or equivalent directly related experience. Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship 

What to Expect in the Hiring Process: 

10-15 minute phone interview with Recruiter60 minute virtual interview with Hiring Manager 30 minute virtual interview with Regional Diretcor

Additional Information

Position is full-time, 1st shift 8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday-Friday. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Rensselaer, NY and the surrounding areas are encouraged to apply.

Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysPay is between 21.50-24.00 per hour

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services® (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ site dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment and project-management worries.

We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR and great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our client’s quality systems and equipment.

To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

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