Part-Time Laboratory Support/Courier (Carol Stream, IL)

IEH company; Carol Stream (IL); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

401(k) with employer match

Medical insurance eligibility

Job summary

IEH Laboratories & Consulting Group in Carol Stream, IL is hiring a Part-Time Laboratory Support/Courier to join the team on a fixed schedule.

Responsibilities include transporting samples to the lab, preparing and sorting specimens, and maintaining lab equipment under supervision. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with an associate degree preferred, and a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree in Biology or related field preferred.
• Proficiency with data entry and computer applications.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of aseptic technique in the laboratory.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Valid US drivers license and clean driving record.
• MVR monitoring as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Safely transporting samples from customers to the lab on a fixed schedule.
• Cleaning and maintaining coolers for sample transport.
• Media and sample preparation.
• Sample sorting and log-in.
• Sample testing steps under supervision.
• Compositing using aseptic technique.
• Transcribing results.
• Washing glassware and general laboratory cleaning.
• Inventory control and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry proficiency

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Aseptic technique

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Biology or related field

Job description

Part-Time Laboratory Support/Courier (Carol Stream, IL)

IEH Laboratories, a Leader in Food Safety, is now accepting applications for a Part-Time Laboratory Support/Courier position at its facility in Carol Stream, IL.

Ideal candidates will possess the following:

• A high school diploma or GED (required); an associate degree in Biology or related field (preferred)
• Proficiency with data entry and computer applications
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong understanding of aseptic technique in the laboratory
• Ability to regularly lift up to 30lbs above waist level
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50lbs above waist level
• A valid US driver's license and clean driving record (including, at minimum, no accidents in the last 5 years) that meets/continues to meet motor vehicle risk standards, as verified through ongoing MVR monitoring

Laboratory Support/Courier duties include: safely transporting samples from customers to the lab on a fixed schedule, cleaning and maintaining coolers for sample transport, media/sample preparation, sample sorting and log-in, sample testing steps (under supervision), compositing using aseptic technique, transcribing results, washing glassware, general laboratory cleaning, inventory control, and other duties as assigned.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00 hourly. The shift for this position is part-time (30 hours/week), with a fixed schedule Monday through Friday, from 2:00pm - 8:00pm. This position will be eligible for the following benefits: paid sick leave (1 hour for every 40 hours worked, up to 40 hours annually) and 401(k) (with up to 3% employer match after eligibility criteria are met). Part-time employees may be eligible for medical insurance after 6 months if working more than 30 hours/week on average during an initial 5-month measurement period.

Due to exposure to various food allergens in the laboratory environment, applicants with moderate-to-severe food allergies are discouraged from applying.

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