What are the responsibilities and job description for the GMP Technician - Sample Management position at Eurofins?
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.
In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
- Work as a team across a laboratory and manufacturing setting by performing receipt of samples and their processing and distribution to QC laboratories.
- Working with cGMP standards.
- Ensure supplies are prepared, organized, and stocked to support operations
- Opportunity to provide on the job training and day-to-day guidance to other staff under supervision.
- Assisting laboratory analytical personnel as required.
- Follow all procedures and keep detailed records and ensure accurate and legible documentation
- Performs other duties as assigned
- This role requires the ability to occasionally lift 30-40lbs during sample receiving
Qualifications
The Ideal Candidate would possess:
- Experience working with cGMP/GMP standards.
- Good communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
- Ability to learn procedures and to use a computer for communication, training, and record tracking
- 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
- Ability to wear safety and protective gear including scrubs, lab coat, respirator, safety glasses, gloves, protective shoes in a manufacturing environmental
- Ability to work with the physical demands of the position which include:
- Standing/walking for several hours at a time
- Carry, lift, push, and/or pull up to 25 pounds regularly
- Climbing ladders or stairwells several times a day
- Bending or kneeling several times a day
- Overhead reaching
- Repetitive use of arms/wrists/hands while setting up equipment and processing
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors in Chemistry, Biology, or other related sciences
- Reliable, hardworking team player
- Positive attitude, flexibility, and willingness to learn and work in a team environment
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
- Position is full-time, Mon-Fri 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Houston TX are 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
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
