Lab Sample Receiving Technician

Allentown
Regular

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

Mérieux NutriSciences is a solutionproviderdedicated topreventing health risks related to food and to the use of everyday products. Offering a wide range of testing and consulting services, our teams are committed to providing our clients with accurate results, delivered on time, with uncompromising ethics, honesty and personal integrity.

Our motto: "More than a successful business, we are building a healthier world".

Do you want to be a part of it?

We are looking for a Lab Sample Receiving Technician

Job Duties:

• Receive and log in sample in preparation for analysis. Review sample and any attached documentation to assign an identification number and enter information into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Prepare documentation as necessary.
• Contact client, when necessary, to obtain and clarify missing or unclear information to ensure that identification of client code, test code, and sample contents are accurate.
• Store sample in appropriate manner until analysis is completed and appropriately dispose of extra sample. Ensure sample integrity is maintained.
• Prepare packages for pick up by shipping vendors. Follow appropriate procedures to send packages and maintain all related documentation.
• Prepare sample to be shipped to other testing facilities when necessary. Complete appropriate documentation and file accordingly.
• May assist client service personnel with the development of customized client reports. Activities include: collection of data, analysis of data, and development of report.
• May assist laboratory personnel with the preparation and analysis of samples.
• Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process.
• This position has the responsibilities and authority to identify departures from the quality system or test procedures and document such observations in accordance with the prescribed complaint system.
• Perform other related duties as needed

YOUR SKILLS

• High school Diploma or Equivalent required
• This position requires a basic knowledge of computer operation skills to manipulate keyboard while entering incoming sample information into the LIMS.
• A basic knowledge of microbiology and chemistry is helpful to effectively assign proper sample and test codes but not required.
• A broad knowledge of personal computer software and data entering skills is necessary to input data into the LIMS and generate special reports.
• Organizational skills are required to keep track of all sample and documentation.
• Time management skills are useful to ensure that the sample is quickly prepared for testing.
• Written and oral communication skills are essential to obtain or clarify test instructions with clients.
• General office skills are useful to complete faxing, filing, and other related duties for the department.
• Temperature controlled environment
• Room for upward mobility
• Job requires you to be on your feet most of the day
• Manufacturing, warehouse, and retail experience also welcome to apply!

***NO PRIOR LAB EXPERIENCE REQUIRED***
ALL TRAINING PROVIDED ON THE JOB

Schedule: Tuesday- Saturday
Start time: Between 9-10am
End Time: Shift is completed once samples are all processed for the day
Overtime weekly: Variable depending on sample volumes (5-10hrs), OT hours paid at time and a half

Pay: $18/hr (concrete starting pay)

WHY US

You will join a company with an inspiring mission. With us, you could learn and develop yourself in a collaborative, empowering, dynamic and challenging environment. Entrepreneurship and improving public health are part of our DNA.

Join us and contribute to a meaningful Project!

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