Operations Technician

  • Full-time

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 believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics 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, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. 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, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.

 In 2019, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 4.56 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

ABOUT EUROFINS TECHNOLOGIES:

Building on the experience and scientific excellence of Eurofins Scientific, Eurofins Technologies is a fast growing, global provider of diagnostic test kits and lab consumables in the fields of bioanalytical testing for the food, feed, environmental, animal health and clinical industries.

We offer a broad range of product test kits covering:

  • Allergens
  • Foodborne Pathogens
  •       Bacterial Culture Media
  • GMOs
  • Mycotoxins
  • Veterinary Drug Residues
  • Animal Speciation
  • Veterinary Diagnostics
  • Environmental & Water Testing

POSITION & OBJECTIVES:

The Operations Technician for Eurofins Technologies Culture Media will participate in all operational processes on a day to day basis, including receiving of raw materials, manufacturing, packaging, and labelling activities, and shipment of product.  Specific responsibilities include: 

1.     Receive and inspect raw materials

  • Unload and identify raw materials at loading dock
  • Complete receiving paperwork, label and store material properly

2.     Dehydrated media production

  • Follow batch records and work instructions
  • Weigh, mill, and blend powders in accordance with batch record
  • Package and label blended media

3.     Liquid Media production

  • Follow batch records and work instructions
  • Prepare media in accordance with batch record and fill appropriate containers with appropriate amounts of media
  • Operate autoclave to sterilize media
  •  Package and label finished product

4.     Shipping and logistics

  • Pick and pack customer orders
  • Schedule freight pickups and ensure product is shipped based on promised delivery dates

Qualifications

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate has 1-5 years of experience in a quality regulated (ISO, FDA cGMP, or other) environment.  Experience with powder blending, liquid handling, and/or steam sterilization is highly desired.  Knowledge of ISO 13485 standards is preferred.  In addition:

  • Ability to adapt to changing production demands and business growth
  • Background and/ or formal education in Microbiology is a plus
  • Commitment to following the organization’s Quality Management System and complying with ISO 13485 guidelines and FDA GMP requirements for medical devices
  • Work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to work standing for long periods of time
  • Ability to operate large automated blending and filling equipment
  • Able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including dust mask and safety goggles
  • Ability to move up to 100 pounds
  • Able to work occasional evenings or weekends as required
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
  • Perform all other duties as assigned
Basic Minimum Requirement: 
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is full-time, 1st shift, various days and hours. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Warminster, PA 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

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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