Sample Control Specialist

IEH company; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Life/AD&D insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Health and dependent care FSA plans

15 days paid time off

6 paid holidays

Bereavement leave 3 days

401(k) with match

Job summary

Brooks Applied Labs in Seattle is seeking a Sample Control Specialist who will shepherd client samples from arrival to disposal. This entry-level role is ideal for someone eager to learn with strong attention to detail and lab skills.

You will join a team dedicated to accuracy and compliance in environmental and pharmaceutical testing. The position is day shift, Monday–Friday, with potential weekend work and full benefits after a waiting period.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in science concentration required.
• Very high level of organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow SOPs.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds and stand for periods of up to 8 hours.
• Ability to work occasional overtime with little notice.
• Must be legally able to work in the US, local candidates preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience in a laboratory setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, preparing, preserving, and storing samples per SOPs and EPA methods.
• Documenting and communicating receiving issues with Project Managers.
• Preparing and shipping bottle orders and sampling kits for clients.
• Cleaning sampling equipment.
• Calibration of equipment.
• Lab maintenance and cleaning.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organization

Education

BS/BA in science

Job description

Are you ready to kick off your career in the analytical chemistry and environmental sciences industry? Do you have a passion for chemistry or environmental science, and desire to use your skills to advance excellent science with practical applications in our world? Then come join us at Brooks Applied Labs!

Brooks Applied Labs is an analytical chemistry laboratory, located in Seattle, that specializes in trace metals analysis and speciation to support the environmental and pharmaceutical market sectors. Our employees reflect our core values of creating a nurturing culture, striving for excellence and integrity in the work we produce, and contributing to a collaborative work environment.

As a Sample Control Specialist, you will be part of the Sample Control team, which is responsible for shepherding client samples from arrival to disposal. This is the ideal position for someone just starting out in their career, with an enthusiasm for learning, who is always willing to bring their best to any task they are given. If you are a motivated self-starter with strong attention to detail and excellent laboratory skills, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in science concentration required
• Very high level of organization and attention to detail
• Ability to read, understand, and follow SOPs
• Ability to lift 40 pounds and stand for periods of up to 8 hours
• Ability to work occasional overtime with little notice
• Must be legally able to work in the US, local candidates are preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
• Previous experience in a laboratory setting is preferred

Duties for Sample Control Specialist include:

• Ensuring samples are received, prepared, preserved, and stored appropriately according to internal SOPs and approved EPA handling methods.
• Documenting and communicating receiving issues with Project Managers.
• Preparing and shipping bottle orders and sampling kits for clients.
• Cleaning sampling equipment.
• Calibration of equipment.
• Lab maintenance and cleaning.

The pay range for this position is $22.14 – $23.00 hourly. This is a full-time position and is eligible for the following benefits after a brief waiting period:

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life/AD&D insurance
• long term disability insurance
• health and dependent care FSA plans
• 15 days of paid time off per year for sick leave and/or vacation
• 6 paid holidays per year
• 3 days paid bereavement leave
• 401(k) (with up to 3% employer match after eligibility criteria are met)

This is a day shift position, Monday through Friday. The laboratory operates weekends, so candidates must be willing to work some weekends.

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

EEOC Know Your Rights Poster: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf