Laboratory Robotics Operator

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through science, data, technology, and a vast laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation, and address critical health challenges. This role offers the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact on people’s health worldwide.

About the role

Labcorp is seeking a Laboratory Robotics Operator to join our team in Raritan, NJ. This position involves preparing biological specimens for laboratory processing, ensuring accuracy, and meeting production metrics to deliver timely results.

Responsibilities

• Introduce and prepare biological specimens to the laboratory to ensure accurate processing.
• Open specimens and pour off into secondary containers to prepare for analysis and testing.
• Verify patient demographic information matches the test requisition form submitted.
• Perform data entry of patient information into the computer system for tracking purposes.
• Meet key production metrics and quality measures to ensure timely and accurate results.
• Unpack and route specimens to their respective staging areas.
• Pack and ship specimens to proper testing facilities when required.
• Properly prepare and store excess specimen samples.
• Resolve and document any problem specimens.
• Handle and dispose of medical and chemical waste in compliance with environmental health and safety policies.
• Operate automated instrumentation under supervision if necessary.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• 3 months or more of specimen processing experience (preferred).
• 3 months or more of medical or laboratory experience (preferred).
• Previous experience using automated equipment.
• Comfortability with handling biological specimens.
• Ability to accurately identify specimens.
• Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and meet established turn-around times.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Schedule

Monday - Friday with alternating Saturdays, 8:00 PM - 4:30 AM.

Pay

$18.25/hour + shift differential. All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills, prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Life, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO) for employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week, casual, intern, and temporary employees are eligible only for the 401(k) plan. Employees on a 7-on/7-off schedule receive all benefits except PTO or FTO.