Laboratory Sample Assistant

Laboratory Sample Assistant

Full-time

Company Description: Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing analytical testing services to ensure product safety, ingredient authenticity, and accurate labeling across various industries. Dedicated to societal and environmental health, Eurofins supports diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces.

Responsibilities

• Prepares outgoing shipments of bottle kits and coolers of samples for delivery to laboratories.
• Utilizes Eurofins LIMS system (TALs) to receive bottle orders from project managers and prepare them in kits as directed.
• Interacts with Project Managers and clients professionally.
• Communicates effectively with coworkers about the status of orders.
• Restocks supplies when received to ensure availability.
• Verifies the validity and completeness of all bottle orders before departure.
• Maintains the shipping/receiving area to ensure a safe work environment.
• Picks up and delivers samples and bottle orders as needed.
• Counts samples upon receipt to ensure chain of custody and sample integrity.
• Receives and signs the chain of custody.
• Ensures clients sign, date, and record time on the chain of custody when releasing samples.
• Transports samples on ice between client sites and service centers/sub-contracted laboratories.
• Unloads samples and inspects for damage or violated hold times to maintain sample integrity.
• Finds locations using maps specified in courier request forms.
• Records courier arrival and departure times in the logbook.
• Maintains vehicle maintenance records and driving mileage.
• Performs duties in accordance with Section 14 of the Transportation and Fleet Safety manual.
• Complies with the Company’s “Driver Evaluation and Qualification Policy”.
• Maintains delivery vehicle in proper working order.
• May be assigned other sample control duties as identified by the Service Center Manager.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written), attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to read maps and follow directions.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Additional Information:

Location: Barberton, OH
Shift: 1st shift, Tuesday-Saturday 8:30 AM- 5:00 PM
Pay Range: Starts at $17.75/hr, based on experience.

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

For more information, visit: Career Page.