Sample Receiving Technician - Eurofins Environment Testing Northeast - Middleborough, MA

Eurofins•Middleborough, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sample Receiving Technician logs and tracks samples received by and shipped from the laboratory, verifies sample receipt, prepares bottle kits for clients, and ensures accurate and timely sample documentation, labeling, storage, and routing. The role determines sample priority and appropriate testing procedures according to Chain of Custody documentation and follows established procedures for sample handling and disposal. The technician may also pick up and deliver samples, perform courier or other driving duties, and provide customer service to support laboratory and client needs. The position includes preparing and shipping coolers and bottle kits, monitoring storage temperatures, maintaining inventories and company vehicles, and keeping the department organized and safe. The technician must be willing to be on call outside business hours for non-routine sampling and delivery.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid state-issued driver’s license to operate company vehicles.
Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle background check for company driver certification.
Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.
Professional working proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
Ability to drive for extended periods, up to 8 hours per day.
Knowledge of office practices and equipment, computers, word-processing and database software, laboratory and testing procedures, general mathematics, basic written composition, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Basic oral and written communication skills, organizational ability, attention to detail, and ability to use computerized shipping systems and personal protective equipment.
Willingness to be on call during non-business hours for non-routine sampling and delivery.

Nice To Haves

A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card and TSA clearance may be required within 90 days of hire.
Additional client- or location-specific licenses or certifications may be required to support operational needs.

Responsibilities

Receive and unload incoming samples or consignments in accordance with DOT regulations; verify receipts against Chain of Custody (COC) records, match them to quotes, and document discrepancies.
Review COCs for accuracy and completeness and seek resolution for incomplete or incorrect documentation.
Log samples into the Laboratory Management System, assign tracking lot numbers, and distribute paperwork to Project Managers.
Label samples and deliver them to the appropriate laboratories for analysis.
Prepare bottle kits for shipment to clients in accordance with established procedures, including applicable EPA and DOT requirements.
Forward samples to other laboratories when testing is not performed at the location.
Dispose of spent samples, waste, and potentially hazardous materials according to established procedures.
Monitor freezer and cooler temperatures daily to ensure readings remain within SOP guidelines.
Clean and organize the department and maintain a safe, environmentally compliant work environment.
Stock supplies and assist with inventory to maintain appropriate quantities of materials.
Perform sample splits and composites when requested.
Perform courier duties, sample pickups, and deliveries as needed; follow driver procedures, certification requirements, and company driver policies.
Be available on call during non-business hours for non-routine sampling and delivery.
Assist with maintaining walk-in coolers and locating samples.
Ship empty coolers to clients and other Eurofins laboratories and log outgoing coolers for inventory tracking.
Maintain company vehicles used for sample pickups and deliveries.
Interact with clients in a professional manner.
Perform other duties as determined by local management.