Quality Control Laboratory Technician at Eurofins in Richmond, Virginia

Job Description:

Company Description



The work we do at Eurofins matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our employees the ability to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and grow from the bottom up. We have the supportive teams and tools available to invest in you while also affording you work-life balance and a competitive benefits package.


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.


If you're looking for a rewarding career, a place to call home, apply with us today!



Job Description




Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conduct the required Sampling and Testing of Incoming Direct Materials and Finished Blends per established specification, test methods, and per quality system requirements.


• Carry out extensive testing by use of Gas Chromatography (GC), Liquid Chromatography (LC), Specific Gravity, Refractive Index (SGRI), and Near Infrared Spectroscopy (NIR).


• Pull samples from factory floor and warehouse for test preparation and customer requests


• Prepare Standards/Extractions/Reagents for testing


• Calibrate /verify instruments as required prior to testing


• Troubleshoot instrumentation as needed


• Extract and prepare samples for instrumental analysis


• Execute the lab testing protocols


• Review/approve/ label/ generate COA's for materials disposition


• Execute the Out of Specification Protocol as required


• Perform other major activities in the lab per established specification, test methods, and per quality system requirements


• Maintain the Chemical Inventory list per safety requirement for lab; maintain lab housekeeping per 5S requirements


• Maintain sample inventories, weigh samples, wash glassware, and perform basic laboratory procedures such as sample grinding, pH, etc.


• Follow written SOPs and conduct instrumental analyses according to written procedures, which may include LC, GC, IC, LC-MS and/or GC-MS

Qualifications




The ideal candidate would possess:

• BS degree in a science-related field


• Strong experience using GC; GC trouble shooting; and chromatography review and interpretation


• Experience using LIMS


• Understanding of laboratory support of manufacturing.


• Related laboratory or quality control experience; familiarity with standard lab concepts, practices, and procedures


• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills


• 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

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent


• Ability to work on feet for long shifts; walk the manufacturing area for sample collection; walk up stairs, and lift 50 lbs


• Ability to support manufacturing schedule by being punctual, reliable, able to multi-task, and maintain flexibility as manufacturing requirements change.

Additional Information



Position isFull Time, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Richmond
, VAare encouraged to apply.

• 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


• Eligibility for potential yearly Bonus & Merit-Based Pay Increases

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

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