Quality Assurance Specialist/Tech 2

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 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.

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Quality Assurance Specialist / Tech 2 will perform intermediate laboratory tasks, including sample analysis, equipment calibration, and data interpretation. This role involves working independently on assigned projects and collaborating with other team members. The Quality Assurance Specialist / Tech 2 will ensure accurate and timely completion of laboratory tasks while adhering to safety and quality standards. The role also involves supporting quality reporting/investigations, audits and inspections, and being the on-site quality representative.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Perform sample analysis using various laboratory techniques.
2. Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
3. Interpret data and generate reports.
4. Collaborate with team members on research projects.
5. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
6. Assist in developing and optimizing laboratory protocols.
7. Provide guidance and support to Tech 1 personnel.
8. Lead and support lab quality efforts.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ):

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required. 

• Experience in a food manufacturing or laboratory (ISO 17025) quality setting.
• Associate's degree in a scientific field or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in laboratory techniques and equipment operation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Education/Experience (BMQ):

• Associate’s degree in a scientific, business or related field (or equivalent work experience)

Additional preferences:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, business or related field (or equivalent work experience)

Additional preferences:

• Lean Six Sigma Process Yellow Belt

Ability and/or Skills (BMQ):

• Roles and Responsibilities from Sample Registration and Tech 1 (Including Ability and Skills)
• Microbiology Plating
• Water Testing
• Empty Container Testing
• Total Solids
• Vacuum Moisture
• Ash
• Mojo Prep
• Distill TKN
• Charm
• Quality Reporting / Investigations

Other Factors:

• Flexibility to participate in meetings across various time zones outside core working hours
• Occasionally working extended hours in order to adhere to client deliverable timelines

Additional Information

Compensation:

• $23-29/hr

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 holidays

Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.