What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientific Equipment Maintenance Specialist - Entry Level position at Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions?
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
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
- Instrument Qualifications: Perform and document checks on various lab instruments (like HPLC, GC, KF, UV-Vis) to ensure they work correctly.
- Repairs: Handle urgent repairs and replace consumable parts (such as lamps, pumps, seals, tubing).
- Pipette Maintenance: Develop and carry out maintenance, calibration, and repairs for pipettes.
- System Readiness: Ensure instruments are ready for use.
- Scheduled Maintenance: Perform routine checks and qualifications after maintenance.
- Troubleshooting: Solve basic issues with instruments, mainly related to calibration.
- Testing Support: Help with testing during instrument upgrades.
- Documentation: Keep records of service and report metrics.
- Vendor Coordination: Escort vendors who come on-site to perform maintenance on contracted instruments.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in a physical science (like chemistry or physics) or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Work Authorization: Must be able to work in the U.S. without restrictions or sponsorship.
- Skills: Good computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
- Communication: Strong oral and written communication skills and attention to detail.
- Teamwork: Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a positive attitude and adaptability.
- Learning: Willingness to learn new techniques, handle multiple tasks at once, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and adhere to company policies.
- Position isMonday- Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance ofIndianapolis, INare 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
