Sample Specialist - Onsite - Madison, WI
About The Position
The Sample Specialist performs a variety of duties supporting departmental operations within Sample Entry, Prep, and the laboratory, ensuring samples move accurately and efficiently between departments. The role involves moving samples among Sample Prep, the lab, and Microbiology; monitoring sample location bins; and confirming that barcodes are scanned and samples have the correct location assigned. The specialist communicates sample movement issues and discrepancies to supervisors, lab leaders, or appropriate personnel, and may occasionally work in the sample disposal area. The position applies GMP/GLP practices where appropriate, demonstrates and promotes the company vision, and includes other related duties as assigned. The role is onsite in Madison, Wisconsin. It requires regular attendance and punctuality, and may involve overtime and weekend work as required. The work can include exposure to potential food allergens, walk-in cold storage units, hazardous waste handling, and use of personal protective equipment. Physical activities include walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds for short periods. On-the-job training is provided for handling specific waste types in the employee’s work area.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Working knowledge of computers.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to walk and stand for the majority of the day.
- Ability to identify and communicate customer service needs.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to learn new tasks.
- Ability to think critically and solve problems quickly and efficiently.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds for short periods.
- Ability to perform physical activities including walking, standing, bending, and reaching.
Responsibilities
- Move samples regularly to assigned locations between Sample Prep, the laboratory, and Microbiology.
- Monitor sample location bins in laboratory areas and Sample Prep.
- Ensure every barcode is scanned and each sample has the correct location assigned.
- Proactively communicate sample movement issues and concerns to the supervisor or lab leaders.
- Communicate discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
- Occasionally work in the sample disposal area.
- Apply GMP/GLP practices in areas of responsibility, as appropriate.
- Demonstrate and promote the company vision.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage
- Dental coverage options
- Vision coverage options
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
