Facilities Technician (Full-Time)

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 agroscience Contract Research Organisation 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 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 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 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receives work order requests for facilities maintenance from employees.

• Is point of contact for laboratory/office needs and problem resolution supporting team members, outside vendors and property management
• Promptly responds to internal inquiries, requirements, and complaints and communicates within a timely manner, customer service and problem resolution are priority
• Supports overall Facilities & EH&S duties including the coordination and execution of safety audits, office moves, equipment calibration & cleaning service, office moves and reconfigurations
• Assist I.T with desktop configuration and support as during moves and as necessary.
• Inspects and performs preventative maintenance or as-needed repairs on facilities or systems which may include mechanical or electrical systems, HVAC or other environmental management systems, generators or fire and safety systems.
• Makes basic repairs and coordinates the work of outside vendors or suppliers if necessary.
• Oversees equipment preventative maintenance list ensuring new tasks are added and regular maintenance is completed in a timely manner
• Ensures that on demand is proactively identified and scheduled for completion within an acceptable time frame
• Administers Safety and security related matters including safety committee meetings, evacuation drills understanding and using security software.
• Respond's to and resolve's system operational problems, investigating incidents, and or helping to enforce safety/security policy/procedures.
• Is a facilitator and critical participant of emergency response team.
• Provides cross functional support to office manager/administrative assistant.
• Ensures the safety and security of all team members by providing on-going support for emergency response policies and procedures as they relate to activities including (ERT), trainings, evacuation drills etc.
• Administers off-site warehouse management, storage inventories and retrieval systems for furniture, records, and other related items
• Assist team members with ergonomic needs, advises and procures equipment to support results of assessments
• Maintains departments spreadsheets, forms and documents in an organized and secure manner for ease of use, accurate posting, information sharing and statistical reporting
• Engages in work as dispatched by Facilities Supervisor
• Reports all discrepancies to Facilities Supervisor
• Secures appropriate level approvals when necessary
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationship with co- workers, Supervisor, and all levels of other company employees
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Owns the accountability and responsibility of delivering to client needs and timeliness
• Provides cross-functional support to other departments as required
• Adjusts work hours as needed to meet client deadlines
• Adheres to site environmental health and safety (EHS) requirements

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, or GED
• 2+ years of Facilities & Safety related experience . AA degree is useful.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft office, including excel, word, and power point
• Good Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision

Additional Information

What we offer:

• 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

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Eurofins USA Discovery Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.