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Eurofins
Sample Specialist - Onsite - Madison, WI
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A Fish Hatchery Technician monitors water levels, temperature and bacteria in areas where fish are held, and fed. May work at aquaculture facilities used to raise shellfish.
$40,609 / year median in Wisconsin
Job Description
Company DescriptionEurofins 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 is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. 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.
In 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years. Job DescriptionPerforms a variety of duties in support of departmental operations within Sample Entry, Prep, and the lab to ensure that samples are moved accurately and efficiently between departments. Demonstrate and promotes the company visionRegular attendance and punctualityApplies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriateMove samples on a regular basis to the assigned location between Sample Prep, Lab and MicrobiologyMonitor sample location bins in various lab areas and sample prepProactively communicates any issues and concerns about sample movements to the supervisor or lab leadersEnsuring every barcode is scanned and the sample has the correct location assignedOccasionally work in sample disposal areaCommunicates discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
Performs other related duties as assigned. QualificationsHigh School diploma or equivalent.
Working knowledge of computersExperience with attention to detailAbility to work in a fast paced enviromentAbility to walk/stand the majority of the dayAbility to identify and communicate customer service needsStrong communicatorAbility to learn new tasksAbility to think critically and solve problems quickly and efficientlyAdditional InformationOvertime and weekend work as required.
Will be exposed to potential food allergens (ex. Milk, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish, etc.).Physical requirements include, but not are limited to, walking, standing, bending, reaching and lifting. May work in walk-in cold storage units.
Expected to understand the process for handling hazardous wastes and receive on-the-job training for handling specific waste types in their job area.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. for short periods of time.
Work may requires use of PPE (personal protective equipment).What we
Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. 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.
In 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years. Job DescriptionPerforms a variety of duties in support of departmental operations within Sample Entry, Prep, and the lab to ensure that samples are moved accurately and efficiently between departments. Demonstrate and promotes the company visionRegular attendance and punctualityApplies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriateMove samples on a regular basis to the assigned location between Sample Prep, Lab and MicrobiologyMonitor sample location bins in various lab areas and sample prepProactively communicates any issues and concerns about sample movements to the supervisor or lab leadersEnsuring every barcode is scanned and the sample has the correct location assignedOccasionally work in sample disposal areaCommunicates discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
Performs other related duties as assigned. QualificationsHigh School diploma or equivalent.
Working knowledge of computersExperience with attention to detailAbility to work in a fast paced enviromentAbility to walk/stand the majority of the dayAbility to identify and communicate customer service needsStrong communicatorAbility to learn new tasksAbility to think critically and solve problems quickly and efficientlyAdditional InformationOvertime and weekend work as required.
Will be exposed to potential food allergens (ex. Milk, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish, etc.).Physical requirements include, but not are limited to, walking, standing, bending, reaching and lifting. May work in walk-in cold storage units.
Expected to understand the process for handling hazardous wastes and receive on-the-job training for handling specific waste types in their job area.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. for short periods of time.
Work may requires use of PPE (personal protective equipment).What we
Offer:
Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysEurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.