What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sample Receiving Technician position at Fredericktowne Labs, Inc.?
FTL Labs, Inc. is an established environmental testing laboratory serving Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia since 1985. We specialize in drinking water and wastewater testing for residential, commercial, and municipal clients. We are a growing laboratory with a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Sample Receiving Technician to join our team. This role is responsible for receiving, logging, organizing, and distributing environmental samples while ensuring compliance with laboratory procedures and holding times. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to begin or grow a career in environmental or laboratory sciences.
Responsibilities
- Receive and inspect samples from clients and couriers
- Measure and document sample temperature and pH
- Identify and report discrepancies to Project Managers
- Log samples accurately into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
- Distribute samples to laboratory departments
- Communicate rush and short hold-time samples to analysts
- Prepare and assemble customer bottle orders
- Maintain bottle inventory and add required preservatives
- Package and ship samples to subcontract laboratories
- Perform sample archiving and disposal
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Some college coursework in chemistry or laboratory experience preferred
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Clear communication skills
- Basic computer proficiency
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Preferred Skills
- Laboratory, environmental, or chemistry background
- Experience working with data entry or LIMS systems
- Experience handling regulated or time-sensitive materials
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Describe how you ensure accuracy when handling tasks that involve detailed documentation or data entry.
- What about this role or our company interested you?
Ability to Commute:
- Myersville, MD 21773 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18