Sample Login Technician

SGS is the world's leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,700 laboratories and business facilities across 119 countries, supported by a team of 99,250 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance.

Our brand promise, when you need to be sure, underscores our commitment to reliability, integrity and trust — enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

SGS is the world's leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,700 laboratories and business facilities across 119 countries, supported by a team of 99,250 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance.

Our brand promise, when you need to be sure, underscores our commitment to reliability, integrity and trust — enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

Sample Login Technician’s primary responsibilities are to receive and sort packages, prioritize sample packages, verify accuracy of chains of custody, log all samples into LIMS according to chain of custody and client specific requirements, and deliver samples to the sample custody room. Sample Receiving Technician is responsible for following all health and safety procedures and promoting a safe working environment throughout the department and the laboratory.

• Routes inbound packages to appropriate department.
• Sorts packages, containing samples, according to turn around time, analytical and client priorities; compares samples received to the chain of custody, documenting any discrepancies.
• Tracks all packages and reusable, bar-coded media in LIMS, returns all unused/returned media for reuse as applicable.
• Transfers samples between sample reception and sample custody room upon login completion.
• Mails reports and invoices per client request.
• Removes and disposes rejected samples and media according to SOP guidelines.
• Adheres to lab and sample management SOPs to ensure that the proper sampling, handling procedures are followed.
• Creates unique login identification in LIMS for each sample submittal, enters sample records and generates labels using LIMS in accordance with chain of custody; applies labels to all samples.
• Logs samples into LIMS by assigning the appropriate analytical test codes to each sample in accordance with the chain of custody.
• Communicates sample information to client services and lab operations to resolve issues and clarify any ambiguity on the COC.
• Reviews and completes all COC discrepancies/ client communication documentation in a timely manner.
• Packages and ships samples for subcontracting.
• Maintains all required documentation with accuracy and clarity.
• Provides exceptional customer service both internal and external clients.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma Required
• Experience in a science related field Preferred

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Language Skills Basic Required
• Mathematical Skills Basic Required
• Reasoning Skills/Abilties Basic Required
• Computer Skills Basic Required
• Attention to Detail

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…