Facilities Coordinator

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

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility: 

The Facility Coordinator is primarily responsible for the daily upkeep of the facility, warehouse and grounds as well as receiving and transporting specimens to the laboratories.

Qualifications

Essential Job Duties:

Level I

• Monitoring of specimen delivery area
• Transport specimen deliveries to laboratories as needed using corporate vehicle and notify Client Services of any delays in specimen delivery
• Keep common printer areas organized and stocked with paper
• Manage outgoing mail on a daily basis and assist with incoming mail as needed
• Monitor the ongoing effectiveness of our third party cleaning company
• Oversee day to day cleanliness and maintenance of the pre-accessioning area, kitchen, break room, conference rooms and other common areas (order and stock supplies, keep areas organized)
• Provide back-up support when needed for the dismantling and disposal of packaging from incoming specimens
• Perform routine safety / security checks of buildings and grounds; resolve any concerns with abilities (i.e. mopping up spills) or notify appropriate personnel for safety concerns as appropriate
• Ensure recommended vehicle maintenance and repairs are completed
• Collect trash throughout the facility and move to outside dumpsters daily
• Utilize internal software systems
• Clean driving record. Must be able to operate company vehicles including a 24’ box truck and cargo van
• Operate pallet jack to load and unload delivery trailers as required
• Operate pallet jack to move heavy equipment from one building to another multiple times a day, year around
• Actively participate in team and company meetings
• Other administrative duties as needed
• Other duties as assigned by management

Level II

Perform all duties of Level I, and in addition:

• Perform in-house repairs and maintenance as needed
• Conduct inventory, order and restock kitchen and janitorial supplies
• Assist with inbound receiving as needed using proper process as outlined per SOP
• Assist Safety Officer in emergency response and preparedness
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and contractors
• Maintain records of all building-related maintenance and repair work completed
• Maintain facility plans such as floor plans and electrical/mechanical plans
• Provide support and assistance as required for special maintenance projects (e.g. office moves, installations, furniture moving and coordination, warehouse inventory, office set-ups, etc.)
• Dump dry ice bins on a daily basis, weight of such may be in excess of 100 lbs.
• Fill orders on a weekly basis for the various labs located throughout the facility.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair work with contractors
• Use company owned vehicle to travel to local equipment, supply or building material dealers to pick up miscellaneous parts, supplies or tools needed, adhering to the company Travel and Expense Policy
• Operate forklift or other machinery as necessary to unload or move components for storage, staging or placement

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  Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

   

  Level I: Minimum

• High school diploma/GED required, some college coursework or degree preferred
• Basic knowledge of building security, operations and upkeep; and personal safety
• Comfortable handling/transporting raw specimens to laboratories; and assisting with support duties within the laboratories
• Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds, stoop, bend and walk extended distances
• Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and excellent driving record
• Ability to manage projects, prioritize and multi-task
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as internal SOPs, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to work independently with little to no supervision
• Solid judgment and decision making ability
• Goal oriented, with excellent time management and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to interact effectively and work efficiently with people at all levels in an organization
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• Keenly attentive to detail
• Ability to keep sensitive information confidential
• Intermediate level of proficiency with PC based software systems

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  Level II: – Fully meets the qualifications of Level I plus the following:

• Minimum of 5 years prior experience in facility coordination
• Knowledge of common building mechanical systems, such as, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, security system, and fire suppression
• Ability to build relationships and effectively communicate with vendors and contractors
• Basic understanding and knowledge of building drawings
• Ability to respond to emergency calls to perform emergency repairs during off-duty hours by using a pager, telephone, Department vehicle, hand tools, power and specialty tools, and necessary materials.
• Ability to operate a forklift safely and efficiently.

Additional Information

Additional information 

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE & COMPENSATION

• 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 full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options.
   

• Authorization to work in the United States without Sponsorship 

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

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