Sample Waste Disposal Technician - Eurofins Environment Testing Southeast - Atlanta, GA

The Disposal Technician is responsible for the proper disposal of spent chemicals, process waste, and unused laboratory samples used in the laboratory according to corporate, federal, state and local guidelines. Responsible for safely transporting process waste and unused samples within the laboratory environment.

This is a physical job and involves moving around, lifting, bending, disposing of garbage. It is dirty and the environmental samples can have strong odors.

• Properly utilizing personal protective equipment at all times while disposing of samples.
• Load and unload pallets/ boxes/ materials.
• Organize samples located in waste disposal room.
• Proper disposal of samples.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the waste disposal room and loading dock area including waste removal throughout the day.
• Assist with sample transfer between departments within the laboratory.
• Help clean and organize coolers.
• Assist Sample Custodian with sample location as well as returning samples to cooler in proper storage locations (temperature = 4˚C) for 3-4 hours per day.
• Remove samples from coolers to table, & sort them accordingly
• Learn & become knowledgeable of bottle types, sample test codes and preservatives

Position is full-time Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Atlanta, GA are encouraged to apply.

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Must adhere to analytical and quality control protocols described in SOP’s, the QA Manual, and project specific requirements.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Must be a team player and have good communication and organizational skills
• Current, valid driver's license.
• AA degree in a life or physical science (Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, etc) preferred.
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English
• Detail oriented, flexible, dependable, willingness to learn new things

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. we offer excellent benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

Pay rate: $17-18/hr

*The benefits package offered will vary based on the employee's full-time or part-time regular status.

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.