Sample Management Technician - training will be provided

Sample Management Technician - Training Will Be Provided!

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).

Important note to candidates - we are hiring for multiple seasonal and full-time, permanent positions. The shift schedules for these roles are:

• Monday through Friday, 3:00pm - 11:30pm (we are offering $2/hr more for this shift)
• Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Tuesday through Saturday, 12:00pm - 9:00pm

Become an essential part of a high-performing laboratory team. As a Sample Management Technician, you'll play a critical role in keeping our lab operations running smoothly, accurately, and safely. This position is perfect for individuals with experience in administrative support, medical assisting, medical office operations, or warehouse/logistics who excel in fast-paced, detail-driven environments.

You'll be the first point of contact for incoming samples, ensuring they are received, documented, stored, and delivered with precision. Your organization, multitasking ability, and commitment to accuracy will directly support our scientists, client services team, and overall lab workflow.

What you'll do:

• Receive and unpack sample coolers and containers, documenting all incoming materials quickly and accurately
• Verify and record sample temperatures upon receipt
• Perform preservation checks on aqueous samples across various container sizes
• Create jobs, enter bottle records, and generate labels using LIMS in alignment with chain-of-custody requirements
• Label sample containers and ensure proper identification throughout the workflow
• Transfer samples between reception, storage areas, and laboratory departments
• Prepare and ship sample coolers and packages
• Assemble client bottle kits with accuracy and attention to detail
• Maintain clear, complete, and compliant documentation
• Remove historical samples and dispose of expired materials
• Communicate sample details to Client Services and lab teams to support timely processing
• Follow all SOPs and safety procedures to maintain a safe, compliant work environment
• Deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external partners
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• High school diploma required; associate degree in a science-related field strongly preferred
• Experience in an environmental laboratory preferred
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities
• A mindset that values accuracy, organization, and teamwork
• Strong English language, math, and reasoning skills
• Strong computer skills and comfort with digital systems
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 50+ pounds frequently

If you're detail-oriented, organized, and ready to support a mission-critical part of lab operations, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to grow your skills and make a meaningful impact.

Compensation:
The expected salary range for this position is $20 - $22 hourly. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.

Our benefits:

• Health: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
• Wealth: In addition to base pay, we offer 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition…