Seasonal Sample Login Technician, Day Shift

Nutrien; Atlantic (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Waypoint Analytical in Atlantic, IA is seeking a Sample Login Technician to verify and log samples in the LMS, ensure chain of custody, and coordinate analyses. You will interact with clients, preserve samples per EPA guidelines, and support lab operations with accuracy and timeliness.

The role emphasizes safety, data integrity, and customer service, with responsibilities spanning sample receipt, labeling, and collaboration with project managers. Prior lab exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Understanding or prior experience in a laboratory role is preferred.
• Ability to follow EPA protocols and data handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Verify and log samples into the LMS and ensure proper chain of custody.
• Verify sample compliance with EPA protocols where applicable.
• Oversee sample receipt, logging, labeling, and distribution.
• Coordinate with project managers to assign analyses to samples.
• Assist clients delivering samples to the laboratory and handle remote inquiries.
• Model safety by contributing to a safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

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.

What You'll Do

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 additional they will be responsible for interacting with clients and providing customer service when necessary.

• 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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