Courier - Part Time*

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 32 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

About the role

We are looking for a Courier - Part Time in Cypress, CA. Your mission will be to obtain samples from clients and deliver completed reports when needed.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit safe driving skills and maintain a driving record acceptable to the company’s insurance carrier.
• Pick up samples from clients at arranged times and deliver them to the laboratory.
• Provide courteous client service and communicate any emerging client requirements to the laboratory as needed.
• Ensure departmental Standard Operating Procedures are followed at all times.
• Check samples regularly to ensure the correct temperature is maintained.
• Maintain records of mileage, vehicle maintenance, and other important information for departmental records.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and required maintenance.
• Run errands for laboratory personnel to ensure timely analysis.
• May assist laboratory personnel with preparation and analysis of samples.
• May assist laboratory personnel with washing of laboratory equipment.
• Support corporate quality and continuous improvement processes.
• Identify departures from the quality system or test procedures and document observations in accordance with the prescribed complaint system.
• Adhere to all safety policies.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Requirements

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
• Safe driving skills.
• Client relation skills for interacting with clients during deliveries.
• Time management skills to facilitate pickup of all scheduled deliveries.
• Skill to maintain the safety and integrity of samples.
• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Performs routine tasks following established delivery procedures.
• Handles standard problems such as delays due to traffic, samples not ready for pickup, and mechanical difficulties.
• Uses knowledge of the geographic area and supervisor’s advice to solve problems.
• Courier route may change with little notice.

Schedule

• Part-time hours.
• Weekends required.
• Must be available any day of the week to cover open pickups or days off.

Work Environment

• Works primarily in a delivery vehicle, subject to environmental conditions of each delivery.
• Lifting of up to 50-pound sample loads is required for daily deliveries.
• May work in a laboratory environment requiring a mask, laboratory coat, and insulated gloves.
• Occasional exposure to laboratory fumes, chemicals, and materials.
• Extended time spent in a sitting position.

Pay

$21.00/hour USD

Benefits

• Contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
• Impact strategic pillars built on 60 years of experience and expertise.
• Join a community of enthusiastic and skilled professionals working toward a shared purpose.
• Work in a diverse, open-minded environment that values individual differences.
• Grow within an international group of over 10,000 team members with opportunities to learn and share.