Safety and Ergonomic Specialist at Eurofins in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

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 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 agroscience Contract Research Organisation 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 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 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.




Job Description



Safety Specialist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:


• Conduct audits of laboratories and common spaces.


• Conduct sampling and perform equipment inspections to ensure worker safety.


• Review laboratory processes and testing samples for categorization.


• Train employees on best practices for safety.


• Respond to medical emergencies and chemical spills.


• Conduct ergonomic assessments of workstations and working practices.


• Ensure compliance with all applicable OSHA and DOL standards.



Qualifications



Qualifications


The ideal candidate would possess:


• Bachelor's degree in Safety or a related field.


• 1-2 years' experience in Safety


• 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:


• Bachelor's degree.


• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship





Additional Information



Working schedule will be M-F 8am to 4pm.Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PAare 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 holiday