Sample Receiving Technician (Tues-Sat), Environment Testing

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA); Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Dental and vision options

Job summary

A leading environmental testing company in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Sample Custodian to assist with shipping, receiving, and logging samples. Responsibilities include preparing samples, unloading deliveries, and following safety procedures. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, can lift 50 pounds, and has strong organizational skills. The role is full-time, offering $18-$19 per hour and includes benefits. Join a recognized workplace with a commitment to diversity and sustainability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Professional working proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for processing.
• Accept and sign for deliveries.
• Assist in unloading shipments.
• Use equipment to transport shipments.
• Inspect contents of shipments.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Physical strength

LIMS software proficiency

Basic math skills

Teamwork

Clear communication

Problem-solving

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

LIMS software

Forklift

Job description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

Group's key figures are approx. 6.95 billion Euros turnover, over 950 laboratories across 60 countries and about 63,000 staff.

Position Overview

This position is expected to assist and oversee all the different aspects of shipping, receiving, storing, distributing and logging samples. Would need to help unload trucks, move sample coolers around and put them on carts. Some bins can be more than 50 pounds and need to be placed overhead.

Position is full-time, Tuesday–Saturday, 9:00 am–5:30 pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Buffalo, NY are encouraged to apply.

Compensation is $18–19 per hour, depending on experience. Position is full time with benefits.

Sample Custodian Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for processing.
• Accepts and signs for deliveries.
• Assists in unloading shipments from delivery truck.
• Uses dollies, forklifts, and other moving equipment to transport shipments from loading dock and around Sample Receiving area.
• Opens coolers and inspects contents of shipments. Checks documentation to ensure all samples are accounted for.
• Distributes samples in different departments as appropriate.
• Follows strict safety and quality control procedures.
• Stores, restocks, and shelves samples as necessary.
• Ensures that work area is clean and organized.
• Enters records in LIMS system.

Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrates strong organizational skills.
• Pays close attention to detail.
• Possesses physical strength necessary to lift and move heavy boxes received by the lab.
• Exhibits ability to use LIMS software competently (will train).
• Possesses basic math skills.
• Works well with a team.
• Communicates clearly and effectively.
• Demonstrates solid problem‑solving skills.
• Is capable of operating forklifts and other equipment to move heavy shipments.
• Demonstrates awareness of safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
• A valid state‑issued driver’s license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Samples will be in coolers packed in ice.
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful completion of a pre‑employment drug screen and background check.

Additional Information

Please note – Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes; the actual base salary may vary based upon relevant experience, skill set, internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent full‑time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

We do not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.

Sustainability matters to us! At Eurofins, we believe sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our vision to be the Global Leader in “Testing for Life,” our mission to contribute to a healthier and safer world, and our core values, we are building a strong foundation for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Eurofins’ commitment to sustainability begins within our own companies through a shared responsibility to people and the planet. With climate change posing an imminent threat, Eurofins and its many companies recognize their duty to proactively reduce or offset the environmental impact of essential operations while also helping our clients do the same—serving as a true ESG Enabler.

Find out more on our career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/

Equal Employment Opportunity

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.