Laboratory Technician (Gas Chromatography)

About the Role

The Laboratory Technician I supports laboratory operations through general maintenance of laboratory and supply storage areas, equipment, instruments, and supplies, using general laboratory methods, techniques, equipment, and instrumentation in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America’s Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Retrieves samples from Sample Control for analysis.
• Performs sample preparation which may include, but is not limited to, a combination of the following methods:
• Aliquot samples
• Spike and trace samples
• Prepare reagents
• Bottle samples
• Prepare concentrations
• Separation
• Sonication
• Liquid rack set up
• Resolves discrepancies and anomalies to ensure samples are properly labeled.
• Prepares general laboratory paperwork such as recording analysis results, tracking samples, bench sheets, and laboratory logbooks.
• Washes laboratory glassware to prepare for next day’s samples.
• Stocks laboratory supplies.
• Cleans work area(s) to maintain a safe working environment.
• Assists other laboratory areas as needed.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Must be willing to train offsite at the Richmond, VA Industrial Hygiene lab.
• Must be willing to train in Richmond, VA.
• Position is full-time Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.
• Pay range: $18-21/hr.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ):

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: High school Chemistry coursework, basic laboratory experience.

Ability And/or Skills (BMQ):

• General knowledge of chemistry and/or general science.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Production work.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Quick learner.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work within time constraints.

Location

This role will be located at the Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Environment testing lab in Lancaster, PA. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply.