Sample Control Technician

Eurofins USA Environment Testing•St Louis, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sample Control Technician is responsible for the pick-up and delivery of water, soil, and air samples to and from the laboratory. This role is crucial for maintaining the quality, hold time, and turnaround time objectives of the lab. The technician will also prepare and deliver bottle orders to clients, receive and stock sample control supplies, prepare and ship sample kits, and perform sampling events as needed. Additionally, they will be responsible for the proper disposal of samples and hazardous waste according to guidelines and may carry out other duties assigned by the department manager.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly
Valid US Driver's License
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Professional, knowledgeable, confident, and friendly demeanor.
Customer service experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be detail oriented with the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently and have the ability to follow complex instructions
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail and a willingness to meet daily commitments with a widely varying workload
Ability to read maps and follow directions
Ability to operate a motor vehicle
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude

Responsibilities

Perform all duties as outlined in the SOP for Couriers.
Pick up and deliver samples, bottle orders, and report to the laboratory for sign-in analysis.
Count the number of samples when receiving them from clients to make sure that the Chain of Custody and samples match.
Verify that samples are not broken or damaged.
Receive and sign the Chain of Custody.
Ensure that client signs, dates, and records time on the Chain of Custody when releasing samples.
Transport samples on ice from client site to the lab, or from out lab to a sub-contracted laboratory.
Unload samples and inspect for damage or violated hold times to maintain sample integrity.
Interact with Project Managers and clients appropriately and professionally.
Follow directions or use maps to locate client offices/sites as specified in the courier request form.
Communicate effectively with the courier coordinator about the courier schedule.
Record in the courier log book the time that courier arrives to the site and time leaving from the site for all the pick ups and deliveries.
Maintain records for the vehicle maintenance and driving miles; turn it in at the end of each month.
Restock supplies when received so supplies are available to employees when needed.
Verify the validity and completeness of all bottle orders being delivered.
Perform duties in accordance with Section 14 of the Transportation and Fleet Safety of the Corporate Safety Manual.
Comply with the Company’s “Driver Evaluation and Qualification Policy”.
Maintain the shipping/receiving area to ensure a safe work environment.
Prepare outgoing shipments of bottle kits and coolers for pick-up.
Perform on-site sampling events as needed.
Dispose of samples according to guidelines on a monthly basis to remain in compliance with EPA and EH&S requirements.
Maintain delivery truck to keep in proper working order.
Label samples after log in on an as needed basis.
May be assigned other sample control duties as identified by the department manager of Sample Control.