Sample Management Technician

Sample Management Technician I

Position Summary

The Sample Management Technician I is responsible for the receipt, tracking, documentation, labeling, storage, routing, and shipment of samples in a regulated laboratory environment. This role ensures samples are handled accurately and efficiently in accordance with Chain of Custody (COC) documentation, DOT regulations, and internal SOPs. The position also supports sample kit preparation, inventory management, waste disposal, and occasional courier duties as needed.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Receive and unload incoming samples in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Verify sample receipts against Chain of Custody (COC) documentation.
• Identify, document, and resolve discrepancies; communicate issues as needed.
• Maintain timely communication and response to Project Manager inquiries.
• Log samples into LIMS to assign job and sample numbers for tracking.
• Distribute sample paperwork to appropriate Project Managers.
• Label samples accurately with job and sample identifiers.
• Route samples to the appropriate laboratory or walk‑in storage areas.
• Forward samples to other laboratories as required, following DOT requirements.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare sample bottle kits for client use and return, following EPA and DOT guidelines.
• Perform sample disposal and hazardous waste handling in compliance with established procedures.
• Monitor and document cooler and freezer temperatures daily to ensure SOP compliance.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area to support efficient operations.
• Stock and manage inventory of supplies to ensure adequate availability.
• Perform sample splits and composites as required.
• Conduct courier duties, including sample pick‑up and delivery, while maintaining required certifications.
• Promote safety and conduct all operations in a safe and environmentally compliant manner.

Ancillary Duties

• Assist with maintenance of walk‑in coolers and freezers.
• Maintain company vehicles to support sample transportation needs.
• Ship empty coolers back to clients or network laboratories as required.

Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ)

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous production‑ or deadline‑driven work experience is helpful.
• Shipping/receiving experience preferred
• Data entry experience preferred

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Sacramento, CA.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in West Sacramento,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $19 - $22