JOB SUMMARY

Process customer samples ensuring protocols are followed for receipt and handling. Properly notify customers of issues related to samples submitted for testing.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

- Receive, prepare, and set-up samples for analysis
- Enter data, choose analyses, log and approve samples using a LIMS database on a Windows computer workstation
- Process and maintain client samples at correct temperatures
- Segregate samples according to FSNS procedures
- Assist with shipping of customer supplies including return coolers to customers
- Communicate with clients for clarification on orders as needed
- Follow assigned series of processes, procedures and/or techniques in accordance with FSNS policies/procedures and customer requirements
- Maintain laboratory conditions including equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs and accurate records throughout all procedures
- Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner
- Share information in an open, timely manner, maintaining customer satisfaction
- Assisting with managing priorities and schedule such that individual goals as well as team goals are achieved with encouraged participation in the Food Safety Net Services Team




- Responsible for the safety of oneself and others working within their area
- Responsible for the completion of required training

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- High School Diploma or GED
- Basic knowledge of concepts and practices of a testing laboratory
- Training in general laboratory practices preferred
- One or more years of experience in a commercial food-testing laboratory preferred
- Training in general laboratory practices
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and to handle other communications/computer components
- Potential exposure to odors, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and microbiological pathogens
- Noise level varies from quiet to loud
- Temperature varies from hot to cold
- Interactive and rapid-paced team-oriented tasks
- Overnight Travel is required at the discretion of management
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Color vision and depth perception

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.

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