Sample Management Technician

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. 

Our Hayward, CA laboratory is looking for a Sample Management Technician to join their team. The Sample Management Technician’s primary responsibility is to enter sample IDs and required tests from the chains of custody (COCs) into LIMS in a complete and accurate manner. The Sample Management Technician will receive and document samples and chains of custody (COCs) to check integrity of all aspects of the sample receipt. This position reports to the Client Services Manager.

Job functions:

• Receives sample coolers and containers and documents the receipt.
• Some sample containers of various sizes (250ml, 500ml, 1000ml, etc.) will be required to be opened and checked for adequate preservation. Note: Preservation check is for aqueous samples only. No solvents, liquids, or malodorous samples are tested in this fashion.
• Creates bottle records, generates bottle labels, and labels samples.
• Transfers samples to and from cold or ambient storage areas.
• Maintains all required documentation with accuracy and clarity.
• Removes historical samples from completed jobs and assigns samples for disposal.
• Provides communications regarding sample information to laboratory departments.
• Communicates with clients regarding requests.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• May be required to answer telephone inquiries or requests for bottleware, volumes, and courier pickups.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma (Required)
• Experience in an environmental laboratory (Preferred)
• Associate degree in a science-related field (Preferred)
• Proficient English language skills (Required)
• Basic mathematical and reasoning skills (Required)
• Strong customer service skills (Required)
• Basic computer skills (Required)
• Ability to lift/carry/push and/or pull upwards of 50 lbs on a constant basis (Required)

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.

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