Job 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 laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world 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.

Job Description

The Field Technician/Courier is responsible for the Collection, pick-up and delivery of water, soil and air samples to and from the laboratory. Maintain the quality, hold time, and turnaround time objectives of the lab. Prepare and deliver bottle orders to clients following the SOP of the lab. Receive and stock all sample control supplies, prepare and ship sample kits and perform sampling events as needed. Dispose of samples and hazardous waste according to guidelines and carry out any other duties assigned by the department manager.

Position will work out of the Pittsburgh, PA laboratory. Compensation (DOE) - $19/hour plus full benefits. Mon-Fri 1st shift

Field Technician responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Collect field samples in assigned area of responsibility from assigned clients.
• Plan and complete daily assigned route in accordance with priorities. Notify supervisor of any changes to plan.
• Prepare and deliver sample containers/materials to various clients in support of their account.
• Regularly transport, set up, utilize, troubleshoot and break down sample collection/monitoring equipment in support of assigned projects/customer accounts.
• Communicate directly with customers providing clear and accurate information concerning their sample collection timeline and access requirements.
• Communicate with supervisor and main laboratory, routinely sending timeline and sample/project updates throughout assigned daily route.
• Perform miscellaneous on-site testing when required, record all data, and complete/submit all required sample documents.
• Transport samples from the field back to the laboratory, maintaining accurate sample custody documentation, occasionally link up with other technicians mid-route to facilitate sample transport and supply exchanges.
• Drive safely and observe all traffic laws. Maintain assigned vehicle according to company expectations for cleanliness and maintenance.
• Observe all OSHA safety requirements while adhering to the company health and safety policies; do not enter any confined space(s) without direct approval from upper management.
• Fill out and maintain documentation/records related to field sampling activity. Document all data as required by the method performed and maintain logbook records in a complete and ethical manner
• Work assigned shift/hours in support of business needs maintaining flexibility to work overtime, weekends and/or holidays when requested.

Courier responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :

· Perform all duties as outlined in the SOP for Couriers.

· Pick up and deliver samples, bottle orders and report to the laboratory for sign-in and analysis.

· Count the number of samples when receiving them from clients to make sure that the Chain of Custody and samples match. Verify that samples are not broken or damaged.

· Receive and sign the Chain of Custody.

· Ensure that client signs, dates, and records time on the Chain of Custody when releasing samples.

· Transport samples on ice from client site to the lab, or from our lab to a sub- contracted laboratory.

· Unload samples and inspect for damage or violated hold times to maintain sample integrity.

· Interact with Project Managers and clients appropriately and professionally.

· Follow directions or use maps to locate client offices/sites as specified in the courier request form.

· Communicate effectively with the courier coordinator about the courier schedule.

· Record in the courier log book the time that courier arrives to the site and time leaving from the site for all the pick ups and deliveries.

· Maintain records for the vehicle maintenance and driving miles; turn it in at the end of each month.

· Restock supplies when received so supplies are available to employees when needed.

· Verify the validity and completeness of all bottle orders being delivered. This verification is done prior to leaving for delivery.

· Comply with the Company’s “Driver Evaluation and Qualification Policy”.

· Maintain the shipping/receiving area to ensure a safe work environment.

· Prepare outgoing shipments of bottle kits and coolers for pick-up.

· Perform on-site sampling events as needed.

· Dispose of samples according to guidelines on a monthly basis to remain in compliance with EPA and EH&S requirements.

· Maintain delivery truck to keep in proper working order.

· Label samples after log in on an as needed basis.

· May be assigned other sample control duties as identified by the department manager of Sample Control.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A valid state issued driver’s license is required with  Clean driving record to drive company vehicle.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds on occasion.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Final candidates must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen. 
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.

The ideal candidate would possess :

• Ability to read maps and follow directions
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle
• Ability to prioritize
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Information

Please note - Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

We support your development!  Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

We embrace diversity!  Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an  Equal Opportunity Employer.  We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.

Sustainability matters to us!  We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives. We encourage our laboratory leaders to make sustainable changes at their local level, and in addition to their initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to help us to achieve this goal!

Find out more in our career page:

:   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 laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and Eurofins Scientific 2/2 March 2023 agroscience contract research services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2022, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.7 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

We do not offer Visa Sponsorship for this role.

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

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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