Administrative Assistant- Eurofins Environment Testing, St. Louis MO

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 Organisation 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 Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised 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 decentralised 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

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility: 

The Administrative Assistant is primarily responsible for front desk reception and administrative and clerical support to the Leadership Team members and the company.

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

Essential Job Duties:

• Operates a multi-line telephone system. Screens and routes calls courteously and efficiently to ensure clients/vendors receive professional customer service daily.
• Greets customers, clients and visitors to the laboratory daily and follows appropriate sign-in procedures to create a positive impression of Eurofins TestAmerica’s business practices.
• Receives and routes mail, faxes and various business correspondences to the appropriate department or employee so that it may be processed in a timely manner daily.
• Performs basic office procedures according to standard operating procedures so information is appropriately maintained.
• Prepares outgoing mail and correspondence daily and ensures that it is shipped in the most cost-effective manner and received on a timely basis.
• Maintains office equipment as needed to ensure proper equipment operations.
• Prepares agendas, meeting notes and miscellaneous correspondence upon request to enhance internal communication.
• Codes invoices and obtains purchase order number for weekly processing by accounts payable.

• Inventories and orders office and lab supplies (current system is Coupa) so appropriate supply levels are on hand includes sourcing supplies when not available.

• Manages basic service calls/agreements as needed by the lab

• Assist in planning lab events

Qualifications

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• The ideal candidate would possess:

• Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office programs
• Operating standard office equipment
• Customer service skills
• Basic office skills
• Ability to work with the public
• 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

• Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent; Course work in business or computers preferred
• 2-3 year secretarial/customer service experience
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

What we offer:

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