Sterilization Technician

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 is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. 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.

In 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Technician responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Sterilizing, preparing, and organizing equipment and reagents into carts trays for use during sterile test sessions

• Cleaning and sterilizing instruments

• Cleaning of Controlled Testing Environments

• Maintain bacteria-free work areas and proper clean room sterility by using aseptic procedures and following all department cleaning guidelines.

• Keep accurate records of sterilization and supply inventory

• Preparation of media and supplies needed for Technologists to perform testing in CTEs

• Operate sterilization equipment (i.e., autoclaves) and sonicators

• Preparing and delivering all necessary equipment and instruments for CTEs and testing and supply carts, and supplies.

• Controlling the inventory, reordering supplies, and checking expiration dates.

• Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods

• Adheres to all quality guidelines

• Works under moderate degree of supervision

• Work typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor

• Refers complex unusual problems to supervisor

• Comply with departmental and company safety guidelines including proper use of PPE

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Educational Qualifications:

• High school degree or GED preferred

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience preferred

• Demonstrated skills

• Attention to detail is critical and need to adhere to strict procedures to prevent contamination of samples, equipment and CTEs

• Interpersonal skills are needed to work well with others in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to safely work within an environment in which potentially infectious human blood and body fluids are present, utilizing all appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Potential Environmental Factors:

• This laboratory carefully maintains all hazardous materials. All employees must abide by Eurofins DPT Safety and Exposure procedures. This includes using the provided safety clothing and equipment.

Additional Information

Position is full-time, 4 (10) hour shifts, with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Denver, CO are encouraged to apply.

• Compensation Range: $19.50/hr to $21.00/hr

• 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

Please be aware that this role will require access to a site that requires COVID-19 vaccination or exemption from vaccination requirements. Prior to starting work in this position, employees must show proof of full Covid-19 vaccination or exemption from vaccination requirements. Exemptions will be granted as warranted by medical contraindications, disability or sincerely held religious beliefs.

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