Sample Coordinator

Kelly; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,349,000 - 63,370,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid holidays

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly is seeking a Sample Coordinator to work on-site in Richmond, VA. The role supports laboratory sample handling, labeling, inventory management, and adherence to SOPs.

The position is a 12-month assignment with temp-to-hire potential, paying $18.50 per hour on the first shift (Mon–Fri). Requirements include a high school diploma and at least two years of relevant experience; familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel is expected.

Qualifications

• High/Secondary school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Handle sample and standard tasks including receipt, labeling, inventory, and transport.
• Communicate status of samples/standards to lab staff.
• Guide lab staff on SOPs and process improvements.
• Complete investigations and determine CAPAs.
• Review lab requests for SOP compliance.
• Train on SOPs and regulatory guidelines; respond to alarms.
• Perform tasks timely and safely.

Skills

Inventory management

Regulatory knowledge

Documentation

MS Word

MS Excel

Time management

Teamwork

Written and verbal communication

Education

High / Secondary school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Finding a On-site job that fits your lifestyle isn't always easy. That's where Kelly comes in. We're seeking a Sample Coordinator to work at a premier client in Richmond, Virginia 23230.

Pay rate and Shift

• Job Duration: 12 Months (Temp to Hire)
• Pay: $18.50/hr.
• Shift: 1st shift (Mon to Fri)

Job Description

Performs a variety of sample and standard handling tasks in support of the laboratory. Follows established SOPs and responds to requests from laboratory staff with minimal supervision. Assists laboratory staff in following sample handling procedures and enforces these procedures as necessary. Possesses a basic understanding of several portions of the overall sample/standard process.

Essential Functions

• Performs a variety of sample and standard tasks (receipt, check-in, login, labeling, launching, inventory, transport, check-out, etc. May participate in physical return and disposal of materials in support of the laboratory).
• Communicates status of samples / standards to appropriate laboratory staff.
• Guides and advises laboratory staff in sample / standard procedures.
• Completes investigation and deviation forms as necessary, and determines appropriate CAPAs.
• Reviews and provides feedback on laboratory requests, ensuring compliance with applicable SOPs.
• Trains on SOPs, regulatory guidelines, and storage requirements. Responds to environmental unit alarms and participates in on-call responsibilities.
• Performs work assignments accurately and in a timely and safe manner.

Education And Experience

• High / Secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification Technical positions may require a certificate
• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to at least 2 years) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.
• Years of experience refers to typical years of related experience needed to gain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Years of experience are not to be used as the only determining factor in establishing the job class or making employment selection decisions.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Basic knowledge of inventory flow and control
• Knowledge of laboratory and regulatory requirements (documentation, sample storage)
• Ability to write/review SOPs and process improvement outlines
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office including Word and Excel
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Effective time management and project management skills
• Problem solving/troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Benefits and Perks

• Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.
• As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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