Laboratory Technician l (Full Time)

Eurofins Scientific

River Falls, WIFull-time$17.25/hrPosted 1mo agoVerified open 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$17.25/hr

Location

River Falls, WI

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

US work authorization required

Job overview

Eurofins Scientific is hiring a Laboratory Technician l (Full Time). The Laboratory Technician I assists other laboratory personnel with general lab duties, ensuring quality and accurate data in a timely fashion. This role involves communicating effectively, performing sample analysis, documenting results, and participating in lab and equipment maintenance. The technician will also identify and report opportunities for process improvement and customer satisfaction.

Key focus areas include Communicate effectively internally and externally, Work cooperatively, and Propose and communicate process improvements for technical area.

Successful candidates bring High School, Authorization To Work In The United States Indefinitely Without Restriction Or Sponsorship, and Ability To Sit And Stand For Multiple Hours And Lift Up To 50 Lbs. Important skills include Communicate Effectively, Work Cooperatively, Propose Process Improvements, Ensure Quality And Accurate Data, Follow Work Instructions, and Perform Sample Analysis. Preferred (not required): Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Communicate EffectivelyWork CooperativelyPropose Process ImprovementsEnsure Quality and Accurate DataFollow Work InstructionsPerform Sample AnalysisDocument ResultsCommunicate Inventory NeedsCommunicate Sample/Test IssuesIdentify and Report Opportunities for ImprovementPerform Tasks According to Company ProceduresMeet GoalsPerform Evaluation TestsFollow AOSA RulesFollow Canada RulesFollow ISTA RulesDrive ProcessMotivate IndividualsEnsure Consistent and Repeatable ResultsEvaluate TZ TestsMaintain Appropriate InventoryOrganize SuppliesGuide or Assist Newer StaffDirect Newer StaffEnsure Accurate and Efficient Execution of Work InstructionsMinimize MistakesMicrosoft Office Suite

Qualifications

High School DiplomaScience AptitudeCommutable Distance to WorksiteAuthorization to Work in the United StatesCertification by Society of Commercial Seed Technologists

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Full job description

Pay Rate: $17.25/Hr.

Shift: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm (Full Time)

The SST Associate Scientist I shall assist other SST Laboratory personnel in general lab duties. The SST Associate Scientist I shall be responsible for ensuring quality and accurate data in a timely fashion.

Responsibilities and Duties

General:

Communicate effectively internally and externally.
Work cooperatively.
Propose and communicate process improvements for technical area.
Participate in general laboratory maintenance.
Ensure quality and accurate data in a timely fashion in all processes in a given area.
Follow work instructions and direct sample flow for efficiency.
Perform sample analysis and document results.
Participate in lab and equipment maintenance.
Communicate inventory needs to appropriate staff.
Communicate sample/test issues to appropriate responsible manager.
Identify and report any opportunities to improve efficiency, customer satisfaction, and quality.
Perform their assigned tasks according to company procedures and work instructions in the most cost-effective way.
May be required to sit for 8 hours; May be required to stand for 8 hours. Specific:
Ensure ALL goals are met for the day and encourage others to meet their goals as well.
Will perform evaluation tests according to work instructions and follow AOSA, Canada, or ISTA rules depending on testing requested.
Performs tasks as defined by lab manager.
Be able to drive the process and motivate individuals to get the work done.
Ensure the consistent and repeatability of results in a timely fashion.
Propose and communicate process improvements for planting and/or evaluation.
Be able to evaluate TZ Tests (both Post Germ and straight TZ Tests).
Maintain appropriate inventory and organizing supplies.
Based on years of experience, be able to guide or assist newer staff with questions.
Direct newer staff in the right direction if the answer of the question is unknown.
Ensure accurate and efficient execution of work instructions.
Minimize the number of mistakes made throughout the workday/week.
Reliable work schedule.
During the months of October through March, may be requested to work (but not required) at least 45 hours per week to assist the lab manager in maintaining the SST lab. Education/Experience:
High school and science aptitude
Within a commutable distance of the worksite location.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship Additional Preferences:
Certification by the Society of Commercial Seed Technologists is recommended. Skills:
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite Other Factors:
Position requires sitting and standing for multiple hours, as well as lifting up to 50lbs. Shift: Monday- Friday, 8:00am- 4:30 PM (Full Time)

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 Eurofins USA Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Eurofins USA Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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