Lab Sample Prep Technician — Food Safety Lab

Certified Group; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Certified Group is a network of laboratories providing testing, regulatory consulting, and certification services. This role processes customer samples, ensures protocols are followed, and notifies clients of any issues related to samples submitted for testing.

You will enter data in a LIMS, maintain sample integrity, and coordinate with clients to clarify orders while adhering to FSNS procedures and safety requirements.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Receive, prepare, and set-up samples for analysis.
• Enter data, choose analyses, log and approve samples in a LIMS.
• Process and maintain client samples at correct temperatures.
• Segregate samples according to FSNS procedures.
• Assist with shipping of customer supplies including return coolers.
• Communicate with clients for clarification on orders as needed.
• Follow FSNS procedures and customer requirements.
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and quality records; work in a neat, safe environment.
• Share information to maintain customer satisfaction.
• Help manage priorities to meet team goals.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication with clients

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

LIMS software

Windows OS

Job description

Certified Group is a network of laboratories providing testing, regulatory consulting, and certification services. This role processes customer samples, ensures protocols are followed, and notifies clients of any issues related to samples submitted for testing.

You will enter data in a LIMS, maintain sample integrity, and coordinate with clients to clarify orders while adhering to FSNS procedures and safety requirements.