Sample Login Technician I

Nutrien; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Waypoint Analytical in Jackson, TN seeks a Sample Login Technician to verify and log samples into the lab's LMS, ensuring samples and chain-of-custody forms align with EPA preservation protocols and delivering excellent client service.

You will coordinate with project managers to assign analyses, assist clients delivering samples to the lab, communicate with remote clients, and uphold our safety culture. This position is full-time and subject to background checks per policy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Understanding or prior experience in a laboratory role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate samples to ensure EPA protocol compliance.
• Oversee sample receipt, logging into the internal tracking system, labeling, and distribution.
• Coordinate with project managers to assign analyses to samples.
• Assist clients delivering samples to the lab.
• Communicate with remote clients regarding needs.
• Model safety as a core value and maintain a safe work environment.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Customer service

Laboratory experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Waypoint Analytical has been a trusted laboratory for more than 55 years, growing into one of the largest agricultural lab networks in the country. Our success is driven by investment in advanced technology, industry‑leading support, and a commitment to excellence, reliability, service, timely results, and data accuracy. We go beyond testing to serve as a true laboratory partner, empowering agricultural retail professionals through analysis services while supporting clients with research, training, and innovative solutions that drive profitability.

We offer individuals from all backgrounds the chance to be part of meaningful work through helping feed the world, protect the environment, or solve complex challenges with science.

Waypoint Analytical is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nutrien, LTD.

Job Summary

The Sample Login Technician is responsible for verifying and logging samples into the laboratory’s LMS system and distributing them to the proper areas of the lab. Verifying sample and chain of custody forms match with sample and that the samples have been properly preserved per EPA protocols are a large part of this role. In addition they will be responsible for interacting with clients and providing customer service when necessary.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate samples received to ensure compliance with EPA protocols if applicable.
• Oversee samples receipt, logging into the internal tracking system, labelling, and distribution.
• Coordinate with project managers to assign correct analyses to samples.
• Assist clients who deliver samples directly to the laboratory.
• Communicate with remote clients regarding specific needs.
• Model our core value of safety by enabling a culture in which you are actively contributing to a safe work environment.
• Other duties as required.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Understanding or prior experience in a laboratory role preferred.

Waypoint Analytical is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Waypoint Analytical policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

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