Sample Management Technician 2nd Shift (Wed-Sat)
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services, LLC

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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.

In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Position Overview:We seek a highly motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will possess a fundamental understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), ensuring compliance with industry standards on a daily basis. The role requires proficiency in laboratory operations, sample management, and collaboration across departments.

• GMP and GLP Compliance:Maintain and apply basic knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) daily.
• Team Collaboration:Work effectively within a team environment, fostering a cooperative and productive workplace.
• Communication Skills:Exhibit strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to interact with team members and other departments.
• Data and Logbook Management:Conduct GDP (Good Documentation Practices) reviews of logbooks and forms to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Sample Handling:Perform aliquoting of samples for storage and transfer, manage sample disposal, and stage samples for shipment in accordance with protocols.
• Interdepartmental Communication:Facilitate communication with multiple departments to coordinate sample processing and data exchange.
• Equipment and Lab Maintenance:Clean equipment and laboratory surfaces using 6% Hydrogen Peroxide and 70% IPA, maintaining a sterile and organized work environment.

Qualifications

The applicant will Ideally have:

• Basic Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices
• Basic Knowledge of general Microbiology techniques such as
• Experience with gram staining, aseptic technique, and plate streaking
• Knowledge of USP and other regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of rapid microbiological systems.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
• MODA/LIMS proficiency.

Qualifications

1-2 years of relevant experience in a GMP-regulated environment or a or BS degree in a sicencie related field

Additional Information

The position is full-time, second shift Wed-Sat, hours are 3 pm-2 am.Candidates must be flexible to adapt to schedulechanges requiring shift changes and/or weekend work, and overtime may be required as needed.Candidates living within a commutable distance of Frederick, MD 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 goal-based bonus & eligibility for merit-based increases

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services®(PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients' sites dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment, and project-management worries.

We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR, and a great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train, and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our client's quality systems and equipment.

To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our websitewww.eurofinsus.com.

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Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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