Sample Receiving Technician – Precision Lab Intake

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 - 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.