Sample Management Technician

SGS•Hayward, CA

1d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Our Hayward, CA laboratory is looking for a Sample Management Technician to join their team. The Sample Management Technician’s primary responsibility is to enter sample IDs and required tests from the chains of custody (COCs) into LIMS in a complete and accurate manner. The Sample Management Technician will receive and document samples and chains of custody (COCs) to check integrity of all aspects of the sample receipt. This position reports to the Client Services Manager.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Proficient English language skills
Basic mathematical and reasoning skills
Strong customer service skills
Basic computer skills
Ability to lift/carry/push and/or pull upwards of 50 lbs on a constant basis

Nice To Haves

Experience in an environmental laboratory
Associate degree in a science-related field

Responsibilities

Receives sample coolers and containers and documents the receipt.
Opens and checks sample containers for adequate preservation (for aqueous samples only).
Creates bottle records, generates bottle labels, and labels samples.
Transfers samples to and from cold or ambient storage areas.
Maintains all required documentation with accuracy and clarity.
Removes historical samples from completed jobs and assigns samples for disposal.
Provides communications regarding sample information to laboratory departments.
Communicates with clients regarding requests.
Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
May be required to answer telephone inquiries or requests for bottleware, volumes, and courier pickups.
May be required to pickup client samples as courier.
May be helping various laboratories with sample prep.
Performs other duties as assigned.