Who we are

Paracel Laboratories Ltd. is a full-service environmental and Indoor Air Quality laboratory. Our main laboratory facilities are located in Ottawa and are supported by an environmental lab in Hamilton and microbiology and asbestos laboratories in Mississauga. Additional service depots are located in Kingston, London, Niagara, Windsor, and Richmond Hill.

We support a broad spectrum of projects for professional clients from across Canada. Our client base primarily consists of major environmental consultants, all levels of government and industrial manufacturers located predominantly in Ottawa, Toronto, Niagara, Eastern and Southwestern Ontario. The Role

We are currently recruiting for a full-time Sample Custodian individual to be our frontline liaison between our clients and lab operations at our Hamilton Laboratory. Working within the Sample Management group, and in conjunction with our entire service team, the individual will oversee the life cycle of the samples. The ideal candidate for this role is detail-oriented, a strong communicator, and a team player with superb data entry skills. This is a full-time, permanent role. Compensation

This position offers a salary range of $18.50-$20.50 an hour commensurate with experience. Location:

This role is on-site, at 351 Nash Road North, Unit 9B Hamilton, ON L8H 7P4 Duties and Responsibilities:

Unpack and inspect client and courier-delivered samples to ensure integrity and verify details (e.g., chain of custody, sample IDs, preservation, temperature, and hold times)

Greet client walk-ins and answer incoming phone calls, providing assistance or directing inquiries as needed





Communicate with clients to assist with sample submissions, inquiries, and issues

Use the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for sample login, label generation, work order reports, and sample tracking

Label sample containers accurately and distribute them to designated laboratory areas

Inspect and collect samples from after-hours sample lockers

Work closely with Account Managers to verify login information and resolve submission discrepancies

Perform sample pre-treatment as required

Prepare field supplies for clients (e.g., containers, sampling media, coolers, field QC supplies, chain of custody forms, sampling guidance documents)

Manage inventory of field supplies, including containers, media, filters, preservatives, chain of custody forms, coolers, and ice packs

Handle shipping of sample containers to clients and the transfer of samples to other locations or subcontractors

Coordinate with lab supervisors regarding priority samples or those with special requirements

Manage sample storage, retrieval, and disposal as delegated by the Lab Manager

Comply with company QA/QC protocols and Health & Safety policies

Perform other tasks as assigned or dictated by the position

Qualifications

Minimum High School Diploma-Post secondary education is desired, but not essential





Experience in Inventory Control or Materials Management would be considered an asset

Effective communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain productive work relationships with various levels of staff, to support sample management process

Organized and keen attention to detail

Very good computer skills – MS office. Data Entry experience an asset

Demonstrated initiative, detail-oriented with a positive attitude and ability to multi-task A proven customer service orientation with a style that demonstrates timely response

Quick learner, effective problem solver and demonstrates ability to follow procedures

Ability to work effectively and independently in a fast-paced workplace

Lab experience is not essential and training will be provided

Must be physically capable of lifting moving boxes and or coolers up to 50lbs on occasion

Compensation Package The compensation package includes full benefits including an Employee Family assistance program, a Group RRSP plan, and a Profit-Sharing program.

Application

Process In addition to your resume, please include a cover letter in your application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We appreciate all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Paracel

Laboratories is an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and all efforts to provide the appropriate accommodation will be put into place.

📌 Laboratory Sample Custodian (Canada)
🏢 Paracel Laboratories
📍 Canada