Laboratory Analyst, Eurofins Environment Testing Northern California - Air Toxics

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies 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 laboratories work to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate. Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies. With over 50 laboratories and more than 40 service centers nationwide, Eurofins Environment Testing provides full-service environmental analysis across all 50 states. Our network supports public and private clients—including DoD, DOE, and municipalities—through robust logistics and continuous investment in people, technology, and infrastructure. We offer comprehensive testing for air, water, soil, sediment, tissue, and waste, covering a wide range of analytes including PFAS, metals, VOCs/SVOCs, dioxins/furans, radiochemicals, and more.

Job Description

Eurofins Environment Testing is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to join our team! The Laboratory Analyst will have previous experience or exposure to GC/MS Volatiles testing. The Laboratory Analyst prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with Eurofins' Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s. Position Summary: responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Routine sample preparation and analysis of air samples
• Perform all documentation, sample preparation and analysis, following SOPs or appropriate methods
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced and productive environment
• Strong organization with the ability to follow instructions and SOP
• Proactively communicate production and quality issues to management
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Prepare standards
• Effective communication skills, both written and oral
• Demonstrate and promotes the company vision
• Understand and use Air Toxics LIMS system
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Participate in laboratory and other meetings
• Perform other duties as required by Company management

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science related field is required
• Experience working in a fast paced environment
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English

Skills and Abilities

• Strong sense of initiative, detail oriented with a hands-on approach
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately within a fast paced environment
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong team working skills and the ability to conduct all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Ability to learn new techniques, adapt setup and test equipment to new situations, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, and keep accurate records;
• Method development experience
• Proficiency with data processing software and Microsoft programs.
• Able to perform the physical requirements of the job
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Able to work a full-time shift (M-F) during training; flexible to rotate weekends and overtime as necessary
• Adherence to safety protocol and operation procedures;
• Excellent customer service; resourceful and collaborative approach in solving problems; function in an environment of constant change and conflicting priorities;
• Communicate well with coworkers and management;
• Read, understand and comply with SOPs;
• Concentrate, focus, and be attentive to details;
• Use a keyboard to enter data;
• Work under medium to high stress level;
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a continuous basis, stand for prolonged periods; work upright, bend and use hands and arms repetitively to perform moderate physical work duties; the ability to push carts with objects on board weighing up to 50 pounds; hearing and speaking are needed to listen effectively and talk with individuals in person or on the phone; specific vision abilities required by this job include; close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Hazardous Material Handling: The Eurofins Air Toxics laboratory houses chemicals necessary for the analysis of various environmental samples. These chemicals can be harmful if not properly handled. The list includes but is not limited to; cryogenic Dewars of liquid nitrogen, compressed gasses including helium, nitrogen and hydrogen, sharps and liquid solvents such as methylene chloride, acetonitrile and acetone. This position requires the ability to safely handle and transport these bulk chemicals. The employee will be required to read and reference the Chemical Hygiene Plan and Injury and Illness Prevention Program for additional information and instruction.

Additional Information

Compensation Range : $21 - $23 per hour depending on level of experience and qualifications. Position is full-time, and eligible for overtime pay. Candidates must be available to work the following shifts with possible overtime and weekends as needed:

• Monday - Friday, 7AM to 3:30PM
• Initial Training will be Monday - Friday, 8AM - 4:30PM

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base compensation of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location. We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options. We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development. We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique. Sustainability matters to us! At Eurofins, we believe sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our vision to be the Global Leader in “Testing for Life,” our mission to contribute to a healthier and safer world, and our core values, we are building a strong foundation for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Eurofins’ commitment to sustainability begins within our own companies through a shared responsibility to people and the planet. With climate change posing an imminent threat, Eurofins and its many companies recognize their duty to proactively reduce or offset the environmental impact of essential operations while also helping our clients do the same—serving as a true ESG Enabler. Find out more in our career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/ 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 laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and agroscience contract research services. It 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. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products. In 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years. Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer. By clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy apply