What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Administrative Assistant position at Staffmark Group?
Where Precision Meets Paperwork-and Every Sample Tells a Story
Laboratory Administrative Assistant | Product Testing Support | On-Site
A globally recognized testing and certification organization is seeking a Laboratory Administrative Assistant to support its fast-paced laboratory operations in Bentonville. This role is ideal for a detail-driven professional who enjoys working behind the scenes to ensure product samples are accurately logged, documented, and delivered to laboratory teams for testing. If you thrive in structured environments where accuracy, organization, and collaboration matter, this opportunity offers meaningful, hands-on involvement in laboratory operations.
Hours & Pay
- Pay Rate: $18.50 - $20.00 per hour, based on experience
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Employment Type: Temporary with potential to convert to permanent
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This position offers competitive pay based on experience, steady weekday hours, and the potential to convert from a temporary role to a long-term opportunity. Employees are paid weekly and have access to a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k), short-term disability coverage, employee discounts, referral bonus opportunities, and free staffing support services. You'll also gain valuable experience supporting an internationally respected testing and certification operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive, open, and process incoming product sample packages
- Verify customer information in internal systems and notify the Production Coordinator of any discrepancies
- Confirm received samples match the expected documentation and report missing or unexpected materials
- Photograph samples and document damaged items as required
- Upload sample photos and documentation using IAN, SKU, or style numbers
- Create and manage project files within internal laboratory systems
- Coordinate closely with Production Coordinators and Laboratory Technicians
- Track project status to support efficient testing workflows
- Upload test applications, internal documents, and related files as required
- Distribute samples to laboratory technicians for quote development
- Prepare and ship outgoing packages as needed
- Perform additional administrative and coordination duties as assigned
Qualifications & Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of laboratory or product testing-related experience
- Preference for candidates with experience in testing non-medical products
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage urgent requests, meet deadlines, and work under pressure
- Professional, articulate, and customer service-oriented communication style
- Ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams
- Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds
Ready to Support Testing That Matters?
If you're a detail-oriented professional with laboratory experience and a passion for precision, this role is your chance to make an impact. Click Apply Now to be considered for this Laboratory Administrative Assistant opportunity.
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