Sample Receiving Technician, Full-Time (Waretown, NJ) in Ocean Township, New Jersey at Garden State Laboratories

Join our lab team as a Sample Receiving Technician and play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of samples for analysis. We're a leader in the professional, scientific, and technical services industry, and this entry-level position is vital to our daily operations.

In this role, you'll be responsible for the meticulous handling and documentation of incoming samples. This includes inspecting and verifying the condition and labeling of samples upon arrival and accurately recording all necessary information in our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). You'll receive comprehensive training on good documentation practices, efficient sample receiving procedures, and LIMS utilization.

To succeed, you'll need superior attention to detail, proficiency in email, internet usage, and general computer skills. This position requires physical stamina, including prolonged standing and the ability to empty, lift, or move heavy coolers. Punctuality and being a strong team player are also a must.

Our lab's hours can vary based on sample arrival times, workload, and seasonal factors. This is a full-time, 30-hour-per-week position. You should be prepared for 9-10 hour shifts, 1-2 days per week during high-volume periods, to ensure all samples are processed efficiently and accurately. This position is eligible for overtime.

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• Enter client data, sample information, requested turnaround time, and payment information into LIMS.
• Pre-log and log in samples received from GSL field samplers, pick-ups from client sampling, and client walk-ins
• Organize samples and document their receipt
• Collect and pack bottle orders for client sampling
• Sample bottle labeling and proper bottle refrigeration
• Pack samples for shipment to GSL’s main laboratory and subcontract laboratories
• Maintenance of the department and lab, including stocking supplies and housekeeping
• Handle interactions with walk-in clients

The required skills for this position are essential for daily operations in a fast-paced environment. Occasional lifting of up to 55 pounds is necessary for handling samples, while a willingness to learn new techniques ensures adaptability to evolving processes. Proficient computer knowledge is utilized for accurate data entry and record-keeping, which is critical for tracking sample status. Autonomy and self-motivation are important as the technician will often work independently, yet a team player attitude is vital for effective collaboration with colleagues. Acute attention to detail and multitasking abilities enable the sample receiving technician to manage multiple samples efficiently while maintaining high standards of reliability and punctuality.