Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician:

• Carry out sample preparation by operating a cigarette smoking and/or aerosolization machine; collect particulate matter on pads or impingers and prepare samples for downstream chemical analysis.  Perform routine instrument maintenance and cleaning.
• Carry out basic laboratory tests such as pH water activity weight moisture and physicalstesting methods.  Perform routine instrument balance and machine maintenance.
• Carry out additional sample preparation duties such as weighing digesting shaking and dissolving samples in preparation for downstream analytical testing as assigned.
• Perform daily laboratory duties to include sample preparation performing analysis calculating data recording/reporting data performing general housekeeping in alignment with 5S standards and performing other duties as assigned. 
• Review data data notebooks and logbooks to ensure highest quality
• Meet all quality and productivity metrics
• Apply the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility; maintain ISO 17025 quality standards and accreditation for the laboratory.
• Learn new techniques perform multiple tasks simultaneously follow WIs and SOPs as written and perform other duties as assigned
• Demonstrate strong client service skills
• Proactively plan and maximize productivity
• Demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration
• Implement operational improvements
• Support and promote company policies and procedures

  Laboratory Technician:

   

• Carry out sample preparation by operating a cigarette smoking and/or aerosolization machine; collect particulate matter on pads or impingers and prepare samples for downstream chemical analysis.  Perform routine instrument maintenance and cleaning.
• Carry out basic laboratory tests such as pH water activity weight moisture and physicalstesting methods.  Perform routine instrument balance and machine maintenance.
• Carry out additional sample preparation duties such as weighing digesting shaking and dissolving samples in preparation for downstream analytical testing as assigned.
• Perform daily laboratory duties to include sample preparation performing analysis calculating data recording/reporting data performing general housekeeping in alignment with 5S standards and performing other duties as assigned. 
• Review data data notebooks and logbooks to ensure highest quality
• Meet all quality and productivity metrics
• Apply the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility; maintain ISO 17025 quality standards and accreditation for the laboratory.
• Learn new techniques perform multiple tasks simultaneously follow WIs and SOPs as written and perform other duties as assigned
• Demonstrate strong client service skills
• Proactively plan and maximize productivity
• Demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration
• Implement operational improvements
• Support and promote company policies and procedures

Qualifications :

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Relevant laboratory experience preferred; Understanding of production laboratory operations
• Experience using balances shakers and basic laboratory instrumentation   
• Strong work ethic detailedoriented with strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong written verbal and presentation skills along with demonstrated ability to collaborate with others.
• Strong computer client service scientific and organizational skills
• Ability to learn new techniques perform multiple tasks simultaneously keep accurate records follow instructions and comply with company policies
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team selfmotivation adaptability and a positive attitude
• Must be comfortable working in the tobacco industry

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in chemistry or related scientific discipline or equivalent directlyrelated experience
• At least 2 years of laboratory experience
• Physicals testing equipment and smoke/aerosol machines is preferred.
• Experience working within an established quality system (i.e. ISO 17025) preferred

Additional Information :

Position is Full Time First Shift MondayFriday 8am5pm Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Richmond VA are encouraged to apply.

What we offer:

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage dental and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Yearly goalbased bonus & eligibility for meritbased increases

Eurofins is a M/F Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime