Sample Prep Technician

ManpowerGroup; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Sample Prep Technician for our client in Madison, WI, to support the Food Chemistry Testing Department. The role emphasizes precision, collaboration, and strong communication in a fast-paced lab setting.

Responsibilities include labeling, transferring, weighing, and reporting discrepancies. The position offers a 2pm–10:30pm shift, with a base pay of $19.00/hr plus a differential up to $20.71/hr.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling samples.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to learn new tasks and adapt to changes.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain attendance.

Responsibilities

• Perform diverse sample preparation tasks to ensure homogeneity.
• Label, transfer, and weigh samples accurately.
• Communicate sample information and discrepancies to staff.
• Handle internal inquiries and respond promptly.
• Collaborate with the team to meet departmental goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Effective communication

Learns quickly

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Our client, a leader in food chemistry testing, is seeking a Sample Prep Technician to join their team. As a Sample Prep Technician, you will be part of the Food Chemistry Testing Department supporting various teams. The ideal candidate will have attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a willingness to ask questions, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title:

Sample Prep Technician

Location:

Madison, WI

Pay Range:

$19.00/hr plus shift differential ($20.71/hr)

Shift:

2pm - 10:30pm (12pm - 8:30pm)

What's the Job?

• Perform a variety of sample preparation tasks to ensure sample homogeneity, including labeling, transferring, and weighing samples.

• Communicate sample information and discrepancies to appropriate personnel.

• Handle internal customer inquiries and requests effectively.

• Learn and apply critical thinking skills to solve problems quickly and efficiently.

• Work collaboratively within a team to achieve departmental goals.

What's Needed?

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• 1+ years working experience (not specific to industry)

• Strong customer service skills, including attention to detail and effective communication.

• Ability to learn new tasks and adapt to changing priorities.

• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain excellent attendance.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity for growth and development within a reputable organization.

• Engaging work environment with a focus on teamwork.

• Hands-on experience in food chemistry testing.

• Exposure to various sample preparation techniques and processes.

• Potential for temp-to-hire transition based on performance.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term Disability Insurance

• 401(k)

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands - Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells - creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.