Technician, Materials Characterization bei Eurofins

Eurofins Scientific is a global leader in analytical testing, operating over 950 labs in 60 countries with 65,000 employees. EAG Laboratories, part of Eurofins, offers advanced services in analytical chemistry, microscopy, surface analysis, and engineering sciences—including failure analysis, product reliability, and ATE testing. We support clients across the product lifecycle, from R&D to manufacturing. Serving diverse industries, EAG delivers expert insights and tailored solutions. Our engineers and scientists collaborate with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver actionable results. We foster a growth mindset, empowering individuals to drive success while meeting evolving technological and business needs.

EAG Laboratories is seeking a Technician to join our Materials Characterization (MC) team located in Sunnyvale, CA. In this position, you will work closely with Ph.D. Scientists on a daily basis and support the MC team by preparing samples for analyses. There is also the potential to learn instrument operation to aid in data acquisition.

Interested in working for a company that partners with companies who are developing the next generation of innovative materials and products? Enjoy a dynamic, high-tech environment with a team-centric approach to solving problems? This is the right place for you!

Work Schedule: M-F, 8.30am-5.30pm

Considering local candidates only for this role.

This role is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR):  all accepted applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR: U.S. Person is a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., "Green Card Holder"), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

• High school diploma, Associate, or Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics or Engineering. 
• Experience with wet chemistry etching and/or mechanical polishing and cutting is a plus.
• Ability to operate machinery such as drill, bandsaw, polishers or other basic machine shop tools
• Ability to use an optical microscope
• Excellent communication skills - understand detailed instructions and communicate effectively.
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Computer literate, high level of accuracy, and detail oriented. 
• Able to handle multiple functions at the same time and maintain good organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills and show dedication to perfecting these skills

We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience plus a willingness to learn, and not just a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization. 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to continuously operate a personal computer or lab equipment for extended periods of time (4 or more hours).
• Ability to operate a keyboard and other lab equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by the role and work environment. This includes, but is not limited to, respirators, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and protective clothing.
• Ability to communicate clearly and understandably ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting.
• Require close distance visual acuity with or without correction (Glasses, Contacts, etc.)
• Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, ability to communicate with co-workers, ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity expectation.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 60% of the time.
• Ability to move equipment or items up to 30 lbs.

The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  f you have a disability or special need, we would like to know how we can better accommodate you.

Compensation Range: $25.20 - $32.21/hr. (Pay rate will be commensurate with experience and degree of technical expertise.)

What It’s Like to Work Here:

• Teamwork: experience what being a part of the Eurofins-EAG family feels like. Be inspired by your leaders, be encouraged by your teammates and be supported in all parts of your journey while you work with us.
• Learning & Development: take on career development programs and goal setting to create big possibilities for your career and life. Develop within the company; be mentored and grown as a leader.
• Diversity & Authenticity: we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Benefits & Perks to Foster Work/Life Balance:

✓ Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

✓ 401k Company Matching

✓ Paid Time Off

✓ Wellness Program

✓ Education Assistance

✓ …and more!

If you enjoy being immersed in technology, tackling problems head-on, finding solutions through teamwork, and taking pride in accomplishments, join us today!

Eurofins EAG Laboratories is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information (GINA), disability, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state, or local law.  The Company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer all employment-related matters based on an individual's qualifications, abilities and efforts without regard to protected status. 

Eurofins is a Gender, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. 

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