Laboratory Analyst I - Organic Prep (Entry-level) - Eurofins Environment Testing - Knoxville, TN

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.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

Job Description

The Analyst I prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and environmental protection methodology in compliance with Eurofins Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Demonstrates and promotes the company vision

Regular attendance and punctuality

Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate

Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs. These include:

• Preparation of samples using standard techniques
• Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques
• Calculating data
• Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor
• Performing routine instrument maintenance

Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Eurofins environmental health safety and quality assurance standards

Responsible for general housekeeping in his/her work area

Ability to become trained and competent on complex instrumentation including but not limited to gas chromatography, gas chromatography/mass spectrometry, atomic absorption, ICP, and instrument specific data systems. 

Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods

Aliquots and weighs samples

Washes glassware

Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ): To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required. 

Education/Experience (BMQ):

BS or BA in chemistry or related field or attending college for a degree.

3 years laboratory experience may substitute for degree.

Authorized to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.

Laboratory experience helpful

Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)

Ability and/or Skills (BMQ):

Reading, writing and speaking skills

Problem solving skills

Team participation and meeting management skills

Time management and organization skills

Use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts

Complete work within time and quality constraints

Work independently following written or verbal instructions

Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing

Follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines:

• Organic preparation
• Metals preparation and analysis
• Gas Chromatography
• Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
• Radio Chemistry
• Wet Chemistry
• High Resolution preparation and analysis
• Low Resolution preparation and analysis

Additional Information

Position is full-time with overtime as needed. Will train on a Monday-Friday 8am-5pm schedule. Once trained will move to a 2nd shift (3pm-11pm) schedule.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Knoxville, TN are encouraged to apply. 

Pay range: $17-19/hr

Please note - Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.

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

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