Sample Custodian, Environment Testing

Overview

Handles sample intake, storage, disposal, and lab support tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• sample management
• spill cleanup
• hazardous waste
• quality control
• documentation
• safety compliance

Tasks

-Perform all responsibilities in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with ESS Laboratory safety policy. Maintains a safe and healthy work environment that is in compliance with the requirements of ESS Laboratory’s Health & Safety program (and local laws and regulations). -Follow laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs) in the handling and disposal of samples and laboratory waste. -Assists field technicians with ISCO cleanup, bottle orders, and field sampling when necessary. -Responsible for all non-reportable spill cleanup at ESS Laboratory. Handles spill cleanup in a timely fashion and notifies Laboratory Director and /or Operations Manager immediately. -Assist laboratory in the disposal of cardboard boxes, bottles and other laboratory solid waste. -Perform sample custodial duties including, but not limited to: sample inventory upon receipt, sample storage, and sample disposal. Sample disposal is carried out in a timely manner to allow for storage capacity. -Assists the Logistic Supervisor in sample pickup when necessary. -Accountable for accurate documentation in accordance with ESS Laboratory policy and SOPs. -Meets all quality criteria as specified in QA manual. Performs all quality control procedures as described in QA/QC manual. -When needed, assists the Sample Receipt Supervisor and Sample receiver with the sample receiving process. Continually aware of and meets holding time/commitments required by external and internal clients. -Assists laboratory with glassware cleaning for all departments. -Assists the Logistics Supervisor in processing customer requests for cooler kits and sample containers in a timely, cost effective manner. Cleans and stores coolers. -Assist laboratory purchasing agent in the receipt, storage, and delivery of laboratory supplies -Participates in the management of hazardous waste by ensuring hazardous waste is properly stored and disposed of. Directly responsible for sample dumping, weekly inspection of satellite containers and the drum storage area, and informing Metals Manager when drums need to be shipped. Assists in moving the drums to loading area for departure. -Works and communicates with personnel of own and other departments to develop a team approach to solve problems, improve efficiency, meet department and company goals, meet customer needs, and control costs. -Assists chemists and other technicians as needed.

Requirements

• vehicle license
• qa/qc
• computer skills
• english proficiency
• detail oriented
• fast‑paced

What You Bring

-Familiarity with laboratory QA/QC practices. -Must be able to follow instruction and work under general supervision. -This lab will relocate to our North Kingstown location within 2-4 months or so*****. -Must have the ability to operate a variety of assigned vehicles. F -Must be able to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment.. -Must possess a valid state vehicle operator license. -Possess an understanding of basic technical knowledge as pertains to assigned department. -Will need to complete 8 hours of Hac Comm training. -Attention to detail. -Good organizational skills and attention to detail. -Ability to move a 55gallon drum -Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship -Ability to learn quickly. -Familiarity with computers is preferred. -Will need to wear a respirator for some aspects of this position. This will be provided. -Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English. -Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and negative drug screen -Excellent communication skills.

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About Eurofins Environment Testing (Usa)

-Founded as a leading provider of environmental testing solutions across the USA. -Specializes in testing for environmental safety and regulatory compliance. -Offers services for sectors such as water resources, energy, industrial, and utilities. -Provides innovative solutions to support industries in meeting environmental standards. -Handles a diverse range of projects, from water quality assessments to infrastructure testing. -Known for advanced analytical testing and environmental consulting services. -Works with both private and government sectors to ensure public health and safety.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-we do not offer visa sponsorship for this role. -authorization to work in the united states indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship is required.

Security Clearance

-must be able to pass a pre‑employment background check and negative drug screen.