Job Description

Eurofins Built Environment Testing is searching for a Laboratory Technician / Assistant in Folsom, CA

The Laboratory Technician / Assistant  primarily assists in analysis of bulk samples using PLM for asbestos, and analysis of non-culturable surface and air samples for fungi.  They also prepare and analyzes environmental samples according to scientific methodology in compliance with company Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s, and must be knowledgeable of both job-specific routine and complex analyses. The Laboratory Technician / Assistant helps validate and reviews data for accuracy, and enters laboratory data into the LIMS that ultimately generates required reports to clients. Schedules sample workload according to due dates and sample hold times, and must be knowledgeable of the job-specific laboratory testing equipment, requiring the exercise of discretion and judgment in its operation.

Mold/Asbestos Laboratory Technician / Assistant responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Prepare and analyze aerobiological and environmental samples for asbestos and fungi.

Accurately enters and reports analytical data using the LIMS

Performs independent data reviews for other analysts’ work

Performs analysis of reference materials, proficiency samples and other quality control samples as needed

Maintains client service and provides technical support as needed

Assists the QA manager in development, implementation and data collection of QA processes for the different analytical tests

Performs confirmation of lab results as needed by client services personnel

Performs and completes all analytical testing  and Quality Assurance related tasks as needed

Assists in pursuing, receiving and maintaining necessary laboratory accreditations

Maintains and updates all necessary Training and QA documents onsite as necessary

Coordinates and manages projects according to their rush status and due time for timely delivery

Assists co-workers on analytical questions, as necessary

Participates in Lean initiatives as needed

Follows company policies and procedures and ensures that coworkers are doing the same

Manages and maintains the inventory of re-sale supply items and laboratory consumables and takes necessary steps to re-order supplies as needed

Manages and disposes analyzed samples as needed

Provides training support for relevant analytical services (i.e. mycology, bacteriology, asbestos, ect) as needed

Recommends and coordinates sample transfer as necessary

Establishes and maintains laboratory stock culture and reference samples

Performs root cause analysis and implements corrective actions for errors and issues as necessary

Maintains all equipment properly and co-ordinates servicing of all equipment used in the laboratory, as needed

Routinely communicates available capacity to Regional Manager

Supports other departments within the lab (mycology, asbestos, bacteriology, and other) when appropriate and as needed

Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Supervisor/Manager