Sample Receiving Technician

Mérieux NutriSciences - North America; Markham; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES - North America is seeking a Sample Receiving Technician in Markham, ON to handle incoming samples, ensure accurate coding, and support analytical operations in a fast-growing lab environment.

You will log and prepare samples for analysis, liaise with clients for information accuracy, and assist in documenting and shipping samples while upholding quality standards and continuous improvement practices.

Qualifications

• Associates degree and 1+ year relevant work experience or equivalent work experience, or a Bachelor's degree.
• Basic knowledge of computer operation to input sample data into the LIMS.
• A basic knowledge of microbiology and chemistry is helpful to effectively assign proper sample and test codes.
• Organizational and time management skills, with clear written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and log in samples for analysis, assign IDs, and enter data into LIMS.
• Contact clients to clarify missing information to ensure accurate coding of samples.
• Store samples securely and dispose of excess material while maintaining integrity.
• Prepare packages for pickup by shipping vendors and document related information.
• Prepare samples for shipment to other facilities and complete necessary documentation.
• Assist with client reports by collecting data, analyzing it, and developing reports.
• Support quality and continuous improvement processes and identify departures from the quality system.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

1+ year relevant work experience

Job description

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

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.

Markham
Permanent
MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

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.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!

YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

Position Summary

We are looking for a Sample Receiving Technician in 90 Gough Rd, Markham, ON L3R 5V5 CAN. Your mission will be to:

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Receive and log in sample in preparation for analysis. Review sample and any attached documentation to assign an identification number and enter information into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Prepare documentation as necessary.
• Contact client, when necessary, to obtain and clarify missing or unclear information to ensure that identification of client code, test code, and sample contents are accurate.
• Store samples in appropriate manner until analysis is completed and appropriately dispose of extra samples. Ensure sample integrity is maintained.
• Prepare packages for pick up by shipping vendors. Follow appropriate procedures to send packages and maintain all related documentation.
• Prepare samples to be shipped to other testing facilities when necessary. Complete appropriate documentation and file accordingly.
• May assist client service personnel with the development of customized client reports. Activities include: collection of data, analysis of data, and development of reports.
• May assist laboratory personnel with the preparation and analysis of samples.
• Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process.
• This position has the responsibilities and authority to identify departures from the quality system or test procedures and document such observations in accordance with the prescribed complaint system.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Communication

• The incumbent has regular contact with the client to verify information or obtain missing information so that analysis procedures can begin. Regular contact with operations and client service personnel is necessary to locate client samples.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The incumbent works in a laboratory setting with proper temperature and lighting control. Occasional exposure to laboratory fumes, chemicals, and materials will occur when in the laboratory. Must lift sample packages ranging from 10-50 pounds to complete job tasks. The incumbent can expect extended time spent in a standing position. Physical dexterity is necessary to effectively manipulate a keyboard. The incumbent may work in a laboratory environment that requires the wearing of a mask, laboratory coat, and insulated gloves.

YOUR PROFILE

Qualifications Required

• Associates degree and 1+ year relevant work experience or equivalent work experience, or a Bachelor's degree.

This position requires a basic knowledge of computer operation skills to manipulate the keyboard while entering incoming sample information into the LIMS. A basic knowledge of microbiology and chemistry is helpful to effectively assign proper sample and test codes. A broad knowledge of personal computer software and data entering skills is necessary to input data into the LIMS and generate special reports. Organizational skills are required to keep track of all samples and documentation. Time management skills are useful to ensure that the sample is quickly prepared for testing. Written and oral communication skills are essential to obtain or clarify test instructions with clients. General office skills are useful to complete faxing, filing, and other related duties for the department. The incumbent performs routine tasks in sample receiving and addresses problems according to established procedures. The incumbent must review sample documentation to determine adequacy and appropriateness of information provided. Information is frequently missing or unclear. Problems can be addressed with the help of the supervisor, client contact, previous testing practices, and Standard Operating Procedures.

• The incumbent routinely makes decisions on the accuracy and adequacy of sample information and documentation to determine if samples can be processed accurately and turned over to operations for testing. If sample information is questionable, the incumbent seeks information from the supervisor or the client. Unique or unusual difficulties generally require the input of the supervisor to determine a solution. Decisions impact the accuracy and timeliness of conducting the test.
• The incumbent receives regular supervision. The incumbent is responsible for accurately coding the client sample according to the desired test and inputting the necessary information into the LIMS. The incumbent works toward specific goals and objectives established by the supervisor.

Compensation: $19 CAD/hr

Benefits