Laboratory Assistant (Sample Receiving)

Element Materials Technology • Concord, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Element Concord has an opening for a Laboratory Assistant (Sample Receiving) to support laboratory operations through the receipt, documentation, tracking, storage, and distribution of client samples in accordance with established procedures and quality system requirements. This role is responsible for maintaining sample integrity and chain of custody, accurately entering sample information into laboratory information management systems (LIMS), coordinating sample logistics, and preparing samples for testing. The Laboratory Assistant also supports inventory control, sample retention and disposal activities, and ensures compliance with applicable regulatory, safety, quality, and data integrity standards. Working closely with laboratory personnel and clients, this position contributes to efficient laboratory workflows by providing timely, accurate, and organized sample management support.

Requirements

• A minimum of a High School Diploma
• 0-1 year of industry experience
• Excellent organizational skills along with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as a team member.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed to complete projects.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work legally in the US.
• Ability to work in a desk setting.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors degree in a science field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complies with cGMP ISO 17025:2017 and company policies as required
• Receive, inspect, and accession incoming samples.
• Accurately enter sample information into laboratory databases and LIMS.
• Maintain sample traceability and chain-of-custody documentation.
• Organize, store, and retrieve samples under appropriate conditions.
• Distribute samples to laboratory departments for testing.
• Prepare samples and documentation for shipment or subcontracted testing.
• Manage sample inventories, retention, and disposal activities.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate with clients and laboratory personnel regarding sample status and discrepancies.
• Ensure sample receiving and storage areas remain organized and compliant with safety standards.
• Assist with general laboratory and administrative tasks as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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What This Job Offers

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