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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 is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. 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.

In 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Work as a team across a laboratory and manufacturing setting by performing collection and documentation of samples and their processing and distribution to QC laboratories.
Work inside a sterile cleanroom facility to monitor the environment of the manufacturing sites 
Ensure supplies are prepared, organized, and stocked to support operations
Opportunity to provide on the job training and day-to-day guidance to other staff under supervision.
Assisting laboratory analytical personnel as required.
Follow all procedures and keep detailed records and ensure accurate and legible documentation
Performs other duties as assigned

Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

The Ideal Candidate would possess:

• Good communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to learn procedures and to use a computer for communication, training, and record tracking
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude 
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
• Ability to wear safety and protective gear including scrubs, lab coat, respirator, safety glasses, gloves, protective shoes in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work with the physical demands of the position which include:

  • Standing/walking for several hours at a time

  • Carry, lift, push, and/or pull up to 25 pounds regularly

  • Climbing ladders or stairwells several times a day 

  • Bending or kneeling several times a day

  • Overhead reaching

  • Repetitive use of arms/wrists/hands while setting up equipment and processing

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS in Biology or related studies
• Reliable,  hardworking team player
• Positive attitude, flexibility, and willingness to learn and work in a team environment
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

1st shift, 8 hours a day 5 days a week, Tue-Sat (8AM-4:30PM)

What we offer:

• Comprehensive medical coverage, with dental and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation

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.

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

• Compensation: $49,000 - $51,000/yr

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.