Laboratory Technician

Compunnel Inc.; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 26,863 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A leading diagnostic laboratory in Florida is seeking a Lab Associate to perform laboratory analyses and tests on animal specimens. Ideal candidates will have experience in high-volume labs or fast-paced production environments. Responsibilities include handling samples, maintaining lab operations, and following safety protocols. Good computer skills and ability to work in a fast-paced setting are essential. This role offers competitive hourly pay and a structured shift schedule.

Qualifications

• Comfortable handling biological samples with proper PPE.
• Good computer skills and ability to follow SOPs in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analyses and tests on animal specimens.
• Process, label, and prepare samples (blood, urine, fecals, biopsies).
• Run instrument protocols and support diagnostic workflows.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and equipment.
• Manage inventory, restock supplies, and support administrative tasks.
• Enter data, maintain records, and release test results.
• Follow all SOPs, safety rules, and PPE requirements.

Skills

Ability to read and follow SOPs

Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment

Good computer skills (Microsoft Office; SAP a plus)

Ability to stand/move for entire shift and lift up to 25 lbs

Comfortable handling biological samples (with PPE)

Job description

Base Pay Range

$19.50/hr - $20.00/hr

Shift: Tuesday–Saturday | 4:00 AM–12:30 PM OR 5:00 AM–1:30 PM

Pay: $20/HR

We are seeking a Lab Associate to join a fast‑paced diagnostic laboratory environment. This role involves performing a variety of laboratory tests, processing animal specimens, running diagnostic instruments, and maintaining lab operations. Ideal for candidates with high‑volume lab, vet tech, biology, warehouse, or fast‑paced production experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analyses and tests on animal specimens.
• Process, label, and prepare samples (blood, urine, fecals, biopsies).
• Run instrument protocols and support diagnostic workflows.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and equipment.
• Manage inventory, restock supplies, and support administrative tasks.
• Enter data, maintain records, and release test results.
• Follow all SOPs, safety rules, and PPE requirements.

Must-Have Skills

• Ability to read and follow SOPs.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Good computer skills (Microsoft Office; SAP a plus).
• Ability to stand/move for entire shift and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Comfortable handling biological samples (with PPE).

Preferred Backgrounds

• Specimen Processor / Accessioner from clinical labs (LabCorp, Quest, hospitals).
• Vet Tech or Veterinary Assistant (especially from busy clinics).
• Biology graduates with fast‑paced work history.
• Fast‑paced roles such as Amazon, FedEx, warehouse, food service, production.

Interested candidates can apply or message directly for more details: [e-mail] or reach me at https://www.linkedin.com/in/divesh-bathla/