Sample Management Technician

SGS Group•Reno, NV

29d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Reno, NV laboratory is looking for an entry-level Technician to join their Sample Management Team! The Sample Management Technician's primary responsibilities are to receive samples, prepare bottle kits for clients, deliver samples to the lab, dispose of expired samples, work in shipping and receiving, answer phones, and greet clients upon arrival.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
Advanced English language skills (Required)
Strong customer service 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 science-related field (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Receives/unpacks sample coolers and containers and documents the receipt in an efficient and timely manner
Verifies and records sample receipt temperature
Performs preservation checks on aqueous samples with various containers
Creates jobs, enters bottle records, and generates bottle labels using LIMS in accordance with chain of custody (COC)
Applies sample labels to sample containers
Transfers samples between sample reception, cold or ambient storage areas, and laboratory departments
Prepare client bottle kits
Maintains all required documentation with accuracy and clarity
Removes historical samples for completed jobs and assigns samples for disposal; disposes of expired samples
Communicates sample information to Client Services team and lab operations to ensure timely
Adheres to lab and sample management SOPs to ensure that proper sample handling procedures are followed
Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external clients
Answer phone calls and greets clients upon arrival
Performs other duties as assigned