Laboratory Specimen Processor - 3rd Shift
About The Position
As a Laboratory Specimen Processor at IDEXX, you help sort, tag, prepare, and process veterinary samples so they can be tested. Samples include blood, urine, feces, and biopsies received from veterinary clinics; no animals are on-site. The role supports timely and accurate testing that helps veterinarians determine appropriate care for pets. Extensive on-the-job training is provided, and prior laboratory experience is not required. This is a full-time, overnight, third-shift position at IDEXX’s laboratory in North Grafton, Massachusetts. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, generally 11:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.; shifts and hours may vary slightly according to business needs. Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position. The work involves a fast-paced, high-volume laboratory environment and potential exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience working night shift, third shift, or overnight is required.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.
- Positive attitude and ability to support colleagues and work as part of a team.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow standard operating procedures, including safety and quality procedures.
- Attention to detail and ability to work reliably and precisely.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of laboratory work, including extended periods of standing and sitting, phone and computer use, extended reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Vision abilities including close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Authorization to work for any employer in the United States; IDEXX cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.
Responsibilities
- Receive, prepare, and accession veterinary samples for laboratory analysis and testing.
- Remove specimens from transport bags and enter specimen data into a computer tracking system.
- Rack and bundle prepared samples for delivery to each testing department.
- Assist other laboratory personnel with specimen storage.
- Help ensure turnaround times (TATs) are met.
Benefits
- Hourly rate targeting $23 per hour.
- Opportunity for annual cash bonus and consideration for merit pay increases.
- Health, dental, and vision benefits from day one.
- 401(k) with 5% matching.
- On-the-job training and career advancement opportunities.
- Financial support benefits.
- Pet insurance.
- Mental health resources.
- Paid volunteer days off.
- Employee stock program.
- Foundation donation matching.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
