Sample Management Technician

SGS•Hayward, CA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories , working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. 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 (Required)
Proficient English language skills (Required)
Basic mathematical and reasoning skills (Required)
Strong customer service skills (Required)
Basic computer skills (Required)
Ability to lift/carry/push and/or pull upwards of 50 lbs on a constant basis (Required)

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Receives sample coolers and containers and documents the receipt.
After appropriate training independently prepare samples for analysis according to SGS’ analytical SOPs using basic instrumentation specific to the department and analytical methodologies
Receiving/ signing of chain of custodies
Logging in samples into LIMS Data system.
Preparing of laboratory samples for analysis.
Inputs and maintains technical information as needed to support the laboratory functions/operations.
Maintains Laboratory Notebook where applicable.
Creates bottle records, generates bottle labels, and labels samples.
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.
Performs other duties as assigned.