Associate Sample Coordinator - 2nd/Afternoons (Tuesday - Saturday)

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Covington, KY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Sample Coordinator performs duties and training to develop skills in sample and standard handling in support of the laboratory. The role supports Sample Coordinators and performs administrative tasks in the Sample Management department, following SOPs and applicable client procedures and fulfilling laboratory requests with modest direct supervision.

This position is based at 155 W 38th St in Covington, Kentucky, and works the second shift, Tuesday through Saturday, from 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Second-shift work focuses on completing receipt of shipments and beginning storage processes for samples on dry ice and in -70°C freezer units. All shifts are trained to perform the core sample processing functions, and responsibilities may vary by shift.

The role requires adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) safety standards and use of required personal protective equipment. No contact lenses are allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and a relevant formal academic or vocational qualification.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Time management skills.
• Ability to maintain detailed tracking and documentation clearly and accurately according to SOPs.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
• Ability to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.
• Ability to lift and move objects weighing 15 to 40 pounds.
• Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology proficiently.
• Ability to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform simple inventory tracking procedures, including receipt, check-in, login, labeling, inventory, transport, and check-out, along with administrative tasks supporting laboratory operations.
• Communicate task status to a supervisor and/or appropriate laboratory staff.
• Train on SOPs, regulatory guidelines, and storage requirements.
• Support responses to environmental unit alarms and potentially participate in on-call responsibilities.
• Complete daily work assignments accurately, on time, and safely.
• On second shift, complete receipt of shipments and begin storage processes for samples on dry ice and in -70°C freezer units.

Benefits

• Starting pay of $18.00 per hour plus a 10% shift differential, for a stated rate of $19.80 per hour.
• Annual bonus and merit program eligibility.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) program.
• Health and welfare benefits starting day one.
• Healthcare and an annual incentive plan bonus.
• Employee benefits and career and development prospects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED