Quality Assurance Assistant-Eurofins Environment Testing, Buffalo, NY

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.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It 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 Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries.

Eurofins companies offer 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 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

Apply today for a rewarding career with growth potential in our lab. 

The Quality Assurance Assistant performs a variety of clerical responsibilities under minimal supervision. Provides administrative support to the Quality Assurance Manager. Assists in maintaining employee records, SOP's, equipment records, and other method performance documentation as directed by the QAM.

Quality Assurance Assistant responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assists in issuing controlled documents to enforce current policies and SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Laboratory surveillance to ensure equipment calibration
• Assist QA Manager in maintaining the database of quality documents
• Assist in compiling requested documents for external audits and client visits
• Ensure maintenance of training records for all employees
• Assist in maintaining historical indices of all technical records including SOPs, quality department generated QC records, etc
• Ensure maintenance of records archives
• Perform administrative duties as needed by the Quality department

The ideal candidate would possess:

• Time management skills
• Ability to prioritize
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills – Word, Excel, and web-based applications
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• 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
• Initiative, organization, and dependability

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent; Some college chemistry coursework, including lab experience preferred
• 1 year bench laboratory experience or quality assurance experience
• Requires demonstrated knowledge of chemistry lab terms, laboratory work, and measurement
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Position is full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with overtime as needed.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Buffalo, NY are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

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.

In a fast growing group, successful leaders are frequently being offered increased areas of responsibility (subject to geographic mobility).

Eurofins offers international opportunities to strong performers.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, an