Laboratory Analyst - PLM; TU - SA Eurofins Built Environment Testing - Reservoirs

Overview

Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies 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 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. With more than 20 U.S. locations, Eurofins Built Environment Testing offers Industrial Hygiene (IH) and Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) services to protect health in built environments.

Clients include consultants, industry, real estate, healthcare, government, and homeowners. Services cover a wide range of tests, including asbestos (PLM/TEM), mold, bacteria, VOCs, allergens, Legionella, radon, lead, silica, and more.

PLM Analyst (Polarizing Light Microscope) prepares and analyzes environmental samples according to scientific methodology in compliance with company Quality Assurance programs and SOPs. Sample analyses include air and bulk asbestos samples. The analyst will validate and review data for accuracy and will upload laboratory data into the LIMS that ultimately generates required reports to clients. Schedules sample workload according to due dates and sample hold times.

Analysts will be trained according to current methodologies using job-specific testing and equipment.

• Login, prepare, and analyze environmental samples for asbestos.
• Accurately enter and report sample descriptions and analytical data using LIMS.
• Perform independent QC analysis for other analysts’ work.
• Perform analysis of reference materials, proficiency samples, and other quality control samples as needed.
• Maintain client service and provide technical support as needed.
• Assist the QA manager in development, implementation and collection of QA processes for the different analytical tests.
• Perform and complete all analytical testing QA related tasks as needed.
• Assist in pursuing, receiving and maintaining necessary laboratory accreditations.
• Coordinate projects according to rush status and due time for timely delivery.
• Assist co-workers on analytical questions as necessary.
• Follow company policies and procedures and ensure coworkers are doing the same.
• Manage and dispose of analyzed samples as needed.
• Train new asbestos or other analytical testing Analysts as needed.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for errors and issues as necessary.
• Maintain equipment and coordinate services of all equipment used in the laboratory.
• Communicate available capacity to Lab Manager.
• Support departments within the lab when appropriate and as needed.
• Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Supervisor/Manager.
• Prepare/Analyze bulk samples by Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) in accordance with SOPs.
• Perform all analyses and quality control measures in accordance with SOPs.
• Perform equipment maintenance and calibration in accordance with SOPs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Enter data into the LIMS as specified and report data to the client, verbally and electronically.
• Store and dispose of client samples in accordance with SOPs.

• Degree in Geology or similar preferred.
• At least 1-3 years laboratory experience.
• Computer and software proficient.
• Ability to multitask.
• Color vision sufficient to perform analysis.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
• Professional working proficiency in English (read, write, and speak).

This role is full-time and the candidate must be able to work Tuesday - Saturday, 1:00pm - 9:00pm. Training will be conducted Monday - Friday.

Compensation Range
: $20 - $27 per hour, based on experience.

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes; actual base salary may vary based on experience, skill set, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.

We embrace diversity. Eurofins is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and other protected characteristics. This role is part of Eurofins USA Environment Testing which is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.