Sample Receiving Tech

Certified Group; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Certified Group in Kitchener, Canada, is looking for a dedicated individual to process customer samples and ensure protocols are followed for receipt and handling. Responsibilities include preparing samples for analysis and maintaining laboratory conditions.

The ideal candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED, and ideally one or more years of experience in a commercial food-testing lab. Strong communication skills and basic laboratory knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a commercial food-testing laboratory preferred.
• Training in general laboratory practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, prepare, and set-up samples for analysis.
• Log and approve samples using a LIMS database.
• Maintain laboratory conditions including equipment and supplies.

Skills

Basic knowledge of testing laboratory concepts

Data entry

Client communication

Laboratory safety practices

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Process customer samples ensuring protocols are followed for receipt and handling. Properly notify customers of issues related to samples submitted for testing.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive, prepare, and set-up samples for analysis
• Enter data, choose analyses, log and approve samples using a LIMS database on a Windows computer workstation
• Process and maintain client samples at correct temperatures
• Segregate samples according to FSNS procedures
• Assist with shipping of customer supplies including return coolers to customers
• Communicate with clients for clarification on orders as needed
• Follow assigned series of processes, procedures and/or techniques in accordance with FSNS policies/procedures and customer requirements
• Maintain laboratory conditions including equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs and accurate records throughout all procedures
• Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner
• Share information in an open, timely manner, maintaining customer satisfaction
• Assisting with managing priorities and schedule such that individual goals as well as team goals are achieved with encouraged participation in the Food Safety Net Services Team
• Responsible for the safety of oneself and others working within their area
• Responsible for the completion of required training

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic knowledge of concepts and practices of a testing laboratory
• Training in general laboratory practices preferred
• One or more years of experience in a commercial food-testing laboratory preferred
• Training in general laboratory practices
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and to handle other communications/computer components
• Potential exposure to odors, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and microbiological pathogens
• Noise level varies from quiet to loud
• Temperature varies from hot to cold
• Interactive and fast-paced team-oriented tasks
• Overnight Travel is required at the discretion of management
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Color vision and depth perception

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.