Associate Sample Coordinator - 3rd Shift/Overnights (Wed - Sun)

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Covington, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Sample Coordinator performs duties and training to develop the skills needed for sample and standard handling in laboratory support. The role provides support to Sample Coordinators and performs administrative tasks in the Sample Management department. The employee follows SOPs and applicable client procedures and fulfills laboratory requests with modest direct supervision. The position is located at 155 W 38th Street, Covington, KY 41076, and works overnight on the third shift, Wednesday through Sunday, from 12:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. The starting rate is $18.00 per hour, with a 15% shift differential ($20.70 per hour), and eligibility for an annual bonus and merit program. Third-shift work focuses on sample storage activities, including sample retrieval and optimizing space within storage units. The role may involve handling samples stored at -20 degrees and in liquid nitrogen, as well as supporting laboratory operations and responding to environmental unit alarms.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
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.
Able to lift 15 to 40 pounds; the posting also specifies being able to lift 40 pounds without assistance.
Able to stand or work upright and stationary for typical working hours, including standing for a full shift.
Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.
Adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) safety standards.
Some degree of personal protective equipment is required, such as safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, or ear plugs.

Responsibilities

Perform simple inventory tracking procedures, including receipt, check-in, login, labeling, inventory, transport, and check-out.
Perform administrative tasks in support of 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.
Perform sample storage activities, including sample retrieval and space optimization within storage units.
Handle samples stored at -20 degrees and samples stored with liquid nitrogen.