Laboratory Sample Receiving Technician

Mérieux NutriSciences - North America; Crete (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan with employer matching

Job summary

Merieux NutriSciences - North America in Crete, IL is seeking a Sample Receiving Technician to log and identify samples and enter data into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for timely analysis and shipping.

The role requires a High School Diploma with 1+ year of relevant experience, basic computer skills, and a willingness to interact with clients. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical, dental, vision, PTO and a 401(k) with employer matching.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 1+ year relevant experience.
• Basic computer skills to enter data into the LIMS.
• Knowledge of microbiology and chemistry is helpful.
• Organizational and time management skills are useful.

Responsibilities

• Receive and log in samples for analysis in preparation for testing.
• Contact clients to obtain missing or unclear information for accurate coding.
• Store samples securely until analysis and dispose of excess samples.
• Prepare packages for pickup by shipping vendors and document accordingly.
• Prepare samples for shipment to other facilities when needed and file paperwork.
• Assist in developing customized client reports and data analysis as needed.
• Support laboratory personnel with sample preparation and analysis.
• Assist in quality initiatives and document deviations from procedures.

Skills

Data entry

LIMS

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate/Bachelor's degree

Tools

LIMS

Excel

Job description

Merieux NutriSciences - North America in Crete, IL is seeking a Sample Receiving Technician to log and identify samples and enter data into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for timely analysis and shipping.

The role requires a High School Diploma with 1+ year of relevant experience, basic computer skills, and a willingness to interact with clients. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical, dental, vision, PTO and a 401(k) with employer matching.