Sample Registration Technician I

Eurofins USA Food Testing•Des Moines, IA

About The Position

The Sample Registration Technician I receives authority from and is accountable to the Sample Registration Supervisor or an appointed designate for completing assigned duties and responsibilities. The position may take action needed to carry out those duties and identify departures from the quality system or testing and calibration procedures, provided the action follows company guidelines, sound technical and business judgment, and laboratory practices. The role receives and registers samples for analysis, records testing, reporting, and billing information in the computer system, and handles and distributes samples according to client instructions. It supports laboratory staff and client expectations for testing, reporting, and invoicing; prepares samples and records for analysis and shipment to other laboratory locations; and maintains accurate files and a clean, safe work environment. The position requires regular attendance and punctuality, clear communication, and cooperative relationships with coworkers. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with willingness to work overtime.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Type 45 words per minute.
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Willingness to work overtime.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in science, or equivalent.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate and promote the company vision.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
Receive samples for analysis and enter pertinent testing, reporting, and billing information into the computer system according to applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Handle and distribute samples properly and according to client instructions.
Understand and follow relevant Quality System documents, including the Quality Manual and Standard Operating Policies and Procedures (SOPPs).
Operate standard office equipment, including computers and copiers.
Work interactively with technical staff to help meet client expectations regarding testing, reporting, and invoicing.
Generate reports for daily department sample schedules, shipping lists for samples sent to other laboratory locations, and other required information.
Assemble samples for analysis and shipment to other laboratory locations, and maintain records of samples shipped to other laboratories.
Maintain neat and accurate records and files of information received with samples.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Maintain cooperative working relationships with other company employees.
Communicate clearly, orally and in writing, with coworkers.
Conduct activities safely and efficiently.
Perform other duties as assigned.