Sample Management Technician - seasonal opportunities available!

Sgs; Ten Mile Run (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Family leave

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Sample Management Technician for seasonal opportunities in New Jersey. The role involves receiving, labeling, and routing samples in a fast-paced lab environment, with a focus on accuracy and customer service.

Shift options include evening and overnight schedules with differential pay. Responsibilities include documenting incoming materials, tracking temperatures, preparing shipments, and maintaining compliant records using LIMS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associate degree strongly preferred.
• Experience in an environmental laboratory is preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Strong English, math, and reasoning skills.
• Comfort with digital systems and computers.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unpack sample containers and document items promptly.
• Verify and record sample temperatures on receipt.
• Perform preservation checks on aqueous samples.
• Create jobs, enter bottle records, and generate labels using LIMS.
• Label containers and maintain correct identification throughout workflow.
• Transport samples between reception, storage, and lab areas.
• Prepare and ship sample coolers and packages.
• Assemble client bottle kits with accuracy.
• Maintain compliant documentation.
• Notify Client Services and lab teams of sample details.
• Follow SOPs and safety procedures.
• Deliver exceptional internal and external customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

English fluency

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in science

Tools

LIMS

MS Excel

Job description

Sample Management Technician - seasonal opportunities available!

• Full-time
• Compensation: USD 20 - USD 22 - hourly

SGS is the world's leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,700 laboratories and business facilities across 119 countries, supported by a team of 99,250 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance.

Our brand promise,when you need to be sure, underscores our commitment to reliability, integrity and trust — enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH0002497458, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

IMPORTANT NOTE TO CANDIDATES - We are hiring for two (2) seasonal positions. The shift schedules for these roles are:

• Monday through Friday, 5:00pm - 1:30am ($2/hr shift differential)
• Monday through Friday, 8:00pm - 4:30am ($4/hr shift differential)

Become an essential part of a high‑performing laboratory team. As a Sample Management Technician, you’ll play a critical role in keeping our lab operations running smoothly, accurately, and safely. This position is perfect for individuals with experience in administrative support, medical assisting, medical office operations, or warehouse/logistics who excel in fast‑paced, detail‑driven environments.

You’ll be the first point of contact for incoming samples, ensuring they are received, documented, stored, and delivered with precision. Your organization, multitasking ability, and commitment to accuracy will directly support our scientists, client services team, and overall lab workflow.

What You’ll Do

• Receive and unpack sample coolers and containers, documenting all incoming materials quickly and accurately
• Verify and record sample temperatures upon receipt
• Perform preservation checks on aqueous samples across various container sizes
• Create jobs, enter bottle records, and generate labels using LIMS in alignment with chain‑of‑custody requirements
• Label sample containers and ensure proper identification throughout the workflow
• Transfer samples between reception, storage areas, and laboratory departments
• Prepare and ship sample coolers and packages
• Assemble client bottle kits with accuracy and attention to detail
• Maintain clear, complete, and compliant documentation
• Remove historical samples and dispose of expired materials
• Communicate sample details to Client Services and lab teams to support timely processing
• Follow all SOPs and safety procedures to maintain a safe, compliant work environment
• Deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external partners
• Perform additional duties as assigned
  • High School Diploma required; Associate degree in a science‑related field strongly preferred
  • Experience in an environmental laboratory preferred
  • Excellent customer service and communication abilities
  • A mindset that values accuracy, organization, and teamwork
  • Strong English language, math, and reasoning skills
  • Strong computer skills and comfort with digital systems
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 50+ pounds frequently

If you’re detail‑oriented, organized, and ready to support a mission‑critical part of lab operations, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to grow your skills and make a meaningful impact.

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $20 - $22 hourly. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.

We care about your total well‑being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health:Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
• Wealth:In addition to base pay, we offer 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth:Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
  • Work-Life Balance:Paid-time off and family leave

In compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws, we provide clear and equitable compensation information for all applicants.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.