Courier/Field Sample Technician (Entry-level/No Degree Required) - Eurofins Environment Testing North Central

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

Eurofins is searching for a Courier/Field Sample Technician in University Park, IL or Merrillville, IN. The Technician will drive a company vehicle between the University Park lab and the Merrillville Service Center, and throughout the surrounding areas, during the work day.

Courier/Field Technician responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Documenting, packaging and transporting samples in accordance with appropriate project-specific sampling and analysis plans/protocols
• Responsible for quality control of all assignment and completing documents
• Following and enforcing company health and safety policies.
• Must be able to follow technical instructions and guidance.
• Will assist with data collection and routine sampling as needed 

• Assisting with routine and non-routine sampling, monitoring, and data collection activities in support of environmental monitoring programs and client service requests
• Collects, documents, packages, and ships samples in accordance with appropriate project-specific sampling and analysis plans/protocols.
• Assists with routine and non-routine data collection activities for environmental monitoring programs, which may involve hazardous material/waste project sites.
• Assists with routine sample preparation and/or analyses, generally on site, in support of mobile laboratory operations or screening surveys.
• Completes documents and is responsible for quality control of all assignments.
• Follows and enforces company health and safety policies.
• Must be able to follow technical instructions and guidance.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma
• Associates degree and/or background in sciences preferred but not required
• May require training in site remediation and hazard protection
• Physical requirements: Bending and lifting are frequently; lifting equipment up to 50 pounds when necessary
• Valid driver's license
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

The ideal candidate would possess:

• Ability to read maps and follow directions
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle
• 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

Additional Information

Position is full-time day shift with overtime as needed.  Work schedule will include one weekend day. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of University Park, IL or Merrillville, IN are encouraged to apply.

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

We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.

Sustainability matters to us! We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives. We encourage our laboratory leaders to make sustainable changes at their local level, and in addition to their initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to help u