Sample Warehousing and Logistics Specialist -1st Shift

Company: Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

Group's key figures are approx. 5.4 billion Euros turnover, over 900 laboratories across 55 countries and about 58,000 staff.

Job Description

Sample Warehousing and Logistics Specialist needed to operate our ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval System).

We are a large environmental contract laboratory that processes and stores over 60,000 samples at any given time. Our storage system utilizes software, computers, and robotics to streamline handling, storing, and retrieving samples for our laboratory technicians. Candidates will be required to learn basic troubleshooting techniques to keep the system running in an efficient manner during overnight hours.

Candidates In This Role Will Be Responsible For

• Pulling samples requested for employees who are scheduled to analyze them
• Returning samples back to the ASRS that had been used in the lab on the previous day
• Pulling samples that have expired and processing them for disposal
• Pulling samples that require an extended retention and processing them for long term storage
• Working with the ASRS and performing some troubleshooting as needed
  
  Role is 1st Shift, Tuesday-Saturday 7am-3:30pm. Training M-F 8am-4:30pm.
  
  Qualifications
  
  Ideal candidates will have:
  
  • Basic knowledge of working with machinery or mechanical moving parts
  • Some experience troubleshooting problems with mechanical moving parts
  • Basic knowledge in using tools and understanding issues as they arise
  • The ability to effectively function during shift hours
  • The ability to self-motivate
  • The ability to maintain effectiveness
  • The ability to make good decisions when confronted with unexpected challenges
    
    Basic Minimum Qualifications
    
    • Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship
    • High School diploma or equivalent
    • Some mechanical background and knowledge
      
      Additional Information
      
      All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
      
      Eurofins Environment Testing Businesses in US are routinely engaged in Federal Contracts. Federal Government vaccination mandates may apply to staff working in these businesses. Successful applicants will be required to confirm vaccination status or demonstrate eligibility for medical or religious exemptions prior to commencing employment.
      
      • 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 is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
        
        Eurofins Environment Testing Businesses in US are routinely engaged in Federal Contracts. Federal Government vaccination mandates apply to staff working in these businesses. Successful applicants will be required to confirm vaccination status or demonstrate eligibility for medical or religious exemptions prior to commencing employment.

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