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Eurofins US Food, Feed, & Supplement Testing · 1 day ago

On Call/Flex Laboratory Assistant

Des Moines, IA

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

Eurofins US Food, Feed, & Supplement Testing is a global leader in bioanalytical testing with over 50,000 employees. They are seeking an On Call/Flex Laboratory Assistant to assist in the daily assaying of samples and maintain quality control in a laboratory setting.

Biotechnology

Responsibilities

Understand and follow Quality System documents relevant to responsibilities, e.g., Quality Manual, SOPs, Methods, and Local Policies

Adhere to appropriate quality measures, which meet or exceed the standards set by ISO/IEC 17025, government regulatory, and company requirements

Follow all company guidelines and procedures relevant to assigned duties

Adhere to all pertinent health, safety, and environmental regulations

Assist in the daily assaying of samples. Perform testing from a daily work list

Set up batches of samples to weigh and weigh samples

Identify from samples assayed the need for rechecks

Prepare solutions used in the daily testing of designated samples

Maintain a neat and accurate record system; keep accurate records of work performed on a daily basis or as needed for quality control tests or regulatory purposes

Record test data and results for samples in logbook, record book or BookMaster and enter the data or results into eLIMS either manually or through automatic export in a timely and accurate manner

Maintain a safe and clean laboratory; clean work area and glassware used in analyses, dispose of hazardous wastes according to established procedures; assist others in maintaining a clean, safe work environment

Identify method/matrix/analytical difficulties and report these together with proposed solutions to supervisor

Ensure that proprietary methodologies are not disclosed to non-employees except as approved in writing by the Laboratory Manager or appointed designate

Maintain a perpetual state of readiness and willingness to respond to the queries and needs of clients, staff, and co-workers

Remain current on technical, industry, and business advancements and trends as suggested by Department Leader or supervisor

Recommend more accurate or efficient laboratory equipment or procedures

Maintain cooperative working relationships with all company employees. Communicate orally and in writing to co-workers. This includes 'intra' and 'inter' departmental employees

Promote the company image through the exercising of sound and ethical business practices as related to the public and our customers

Other duties, as assigned