Sample Registration Operative

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. 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.

Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. 37.5 Hours per week. Please note this role is working nights. Monday - Friday - 22:00 - 06:00.

Purpose of the post

To assist in the day‑to‑day registration of samples ready for preparation and analysis of Water Samples within the Laboratory in accordance with documented procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure registration occurs with high level of accuracy – including registration details and testing.
• Ensure registration occurs enabling the laboratory to function efficiently.
• Ensure all duties are performed in accordance with ISO17025 and the Quality Management system where relevant.
• Maintain sample registration guide and customer contact details with up to date information.
• Communication with customer on missing samples/ paperwork, unclear testing instructions, and samples testing outside stability.
• Undertake all tasks within the laboratory appropriate to your level of training.
• Ensure samples received are handled in accordance with documented procedures, including attention to temperature control, storage and maintenance of sample integrity.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Quality System in order to comply with the policies, procedures and associated documents.
• Maintenance of accurate records as detailed in the quality procedures.
• Work with Team Leader, Laboratory Manager to achieve daily targets, ensuring client turnaround time is met.
• Work with the team on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Report any anomalies or concerns direct to your line leader.
• Ensure client contact is conducted in a professional manner and any client queries are dealt with or notified to your line leader.
• Uphold and maintain client and company confidentiality.
• Receive customer communications, performing actions, delegating or escalating to seniors as appropriately.
• Comply with Health and Safety procedures keeping the working environment clean and tidy.
• Maintenance of laboratory fittings and equipment as directed.
• Undertake any other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Maths, English, Chemistry or Biology at GCSE grade C or above or equivalent.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Good laboratory skills and practices.
• Enthusiasm, energy and a driven outlook.

Benefits

• Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement.
• Annual Leave Sellback Scheme.
• Additional Annual Leave at Employees set service dates.
• Company Pension Plan.
• Life Assurance Scheme (4 times annual salary).
• Healthcare Cash Plan (6+ months service).
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Schemes.
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential Health and Wellbeing Programmes.
• Worldwide career opportunities.

We also have in place rewards recognising the great work employees deliver, their dedicated service and celebrating special life events.

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 unique.