Courier-Part Time

Mérieux NutriSciences; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to public health as a part-time Courier. In this role, you will be responsible for picking up samples from clients and delivering them to the laboratory while ensuring the integrity and safety of the samples. You will engage with clients and maintain excellent service standards, all within a diverse and supportive environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission that prioritizes food safety and health. If you are passionate about making a difference and enjoy working in a dynamic setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of sample receiving process for effective delivery.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain sample integrity.

Responsibilities

• Pick up samples from clients and deliver to the laboratory.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and adhere to safety policies.
• Support quality and continuous improvement processes.

Skills

Safe driving skills

Client relation skills

Time management skills

Basic knowledge of microbiology

Basic knowledge of chemistry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 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

We are looking for a Courier-Part Time in 6390 Hedgewood Dr, Allentown, PA 18106 USA. Your mission will be to:

Position Summary
The incumbent is responsible for obtaining samples from the client and delivering completed reports when needed.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

1. The incumbent must exhibit safe driving skills and maintain a driving record acceptable to the company’s insurance carrier.
2. Pick up samples from the client at the arranged time and deliver to the laboratory.
3. Provide courteous client service and communicate any emerging client requirements to the laboratory as needed.
4. Ensure departmental Standard Operating Procedures are followed at all times.
5. Check samples regularly to ensure that the correct temperature is maintained.
6. Maintain records of mileage, vehicle maintenance and other important information for departmental records.
7. Maintain vehicle cleanliness and maintenance as required.
8. Run errands for laboratory personnel so that analysis can proceed in a timely fashion.
9. May assist laboratory personnel with preparation and analysis of samples.
10. May assist laboratory personnel with washing of laboratory equipment.
11. Support corporate quality and continuous improvement processes.
12. 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.
13. Adhere to all safety policies.
14. Perform other related duties as needed.

Communication
The incumbent has frequent contact with the client to arrange delivery of samples.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The incumbent works in a delivery vehicle during most of the day and is subject to the environmental conditions of each delivery. Lifting of up to 50-pound sample loads is required for daily deliveries.
• The incumbent may work in a laboratory environment which requires the wearing of a mask, laboratory coat, and insulated gloves. Occasional exposure to laboratory fumes, chemicals, and materials will occur when in the laboratory.
• The incumbent can expect extended time spent in a sitting position.

YOUR PROFILE

Qualifications Required

1. A basic knowledge of the sample receiving process is necessary to facilitate delivery of adequate samples for the analysis process. Basic knowledge of microbiology and chemistry would be helpful to perform necessary sample preparation.
2. The incumbent must have the ability to operate a motor vehicle and exhibit safe driving skills.
3. Client relation skills are essential when interacting with clients for deliveries.
4. Time management skills are helpful to facilitate the pick-up of all scheduled deliveries.
5. The incumbent must have the skill to maintain the safety and integrity of the sample.
6. High school diploma or GED or equivalent relevant work experience.

The incumbent performs routine tasks that follow established delivery procedures. Problems are standard such as a delay in delivery time due to traffic congestion, samples not ready for pick up, and mechanical difficulties. Integrity of sample environment must be maintained to avoid inaccurate results. Courier routes may be changed with little notice. The incumbent uses knowledge of the geographic area and the advice of the supervisor to solve problems.

Management: None

WHY JOIN US?

• Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
• Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
• Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than themselves.
• Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
• Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

Ready for the journey?

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