Sample Coordinator - 2nd Shift
About The Position
The Sample Coordinator performs sample and standard handling tasks in support of the laboratory, following established SOPs and responding to laboratory staff requests with minimal supervision. The role assists laboratory staff with sample-handling procedures and helps enforce those procedures, with a basic understanding of several parts of the overall sample and standard process. The position is on the second (afternoon) shift in a regulated laboratory environment. It involves handling samples and standards, supporting laboratory staff, completing related documentation, and working accurately, promptly, and safely. The role may involve sub-frozen environments, exposure to biological fluids and potentially infectious organisms, and responding to environmental unit alarms as part of on-call responsibilities.
Requirements
- High school/secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic or vocational qualification.
- Technical positions may require a certificate.
- At least 2 years of comparable experience providing the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Basic knowledge of inventory flow and control.
- Knowledge of laboratory and regulatory requirements, including documentation and sample storage.
- Ability to write and review SOPs and process-improvement outlines.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Effective time-management and project-management skills.
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Ability to lift 40 lbs. without assistance.
- Ability to adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) safety standards and use required personal protective equipment.
- Ability to work in sub-frozen environments, prioritize assignments, and meet potentially stressful deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Perform sample and standard tasks such as receipt, check-in, login, labeling, launching, inventory, transport, and check-out.
- Participate in the physical return and disposal of laboratory materials.
- Communicate the status of samples and standards to appropriate laboratory staff.
- Guide and advise laboratory staff on sample and standard procedures.
- Complete investigation and deviation forms as necessary and determine appropriate CAPAs.
- Review laboratory requests and provide feedback to ensure compliance with applicable SOPs.
- Train on SOPs, regulatory guidelines, and storage requirements.
- Respond to environmental unit alarms and participate in on-call responsibilities.
- Perform work assignments accurately, timely, and safely.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
