Sample Management Technician

SGS•Scarborough, ME

4d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Sample Management Technician to join our team in Maine. 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.

Requirements

High School Diploma (Required)
Advanced English language skills (Required)
Strong math and reasoning skills (Required)
Strong customer service skills (Required)
Strong computer skills (Required)
Ability to lift/carry/push 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.
Some sample containers of various sizes (250ml, 500ml, 1000ml, etc.) will be required to be opened and checked for adequate preservation. Note: Preservation check is for aqueous samples only. No solvents, liquids, or malodorous samples are tested in this fashion.
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.
Performs other duties as assigned.