Lab Sample Coord

Sample Handler – Richmond, VA

Kelly® is looking for a Sample Handler to work at a premier laboratory organization in Richmond, VA. Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $18.50 per hour. Shift: 1st.

• Competitive pay at $18.50/hour
• First shift schedule for work-life balance
• Opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in laboratory operations and regulatory compliance
• Collaborate with a team that values safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement

• Performing a variety of sample and standard handling tasks such as receipt, check‑in, labeling, launching, inventory, transport, and check‑out.
• Managing the physical return and disposal of laboratory materials as needed.
• Communicating sample and standard status to laboratory staff and advising on proper procedures.
• Completing investigation and deviation forms, and determining appropriate corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Reviewing laboratory requests for SOP compliance and providing feedback.
• Training on SOPs, regulatory guidelines, and storage requirements.
• Responding to environmental unit alarms and participating in on‑call responsibilities.
• Ensuring all assignments are completed accurately, timely, and safely.

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent, with formal academic or vocational qualifications preferred.
• Bring at least 2 years of experience in a laboratory, inventory control, or similar regulated setting (or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
• Possess basic knowledge of inventory flow, laboratory documentation, and sample storage requirements.
• Are proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
• Demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills, effective time and project management, and the ability to solve problems independently.
• Thrive in a collaborative team environment and are able to work first shift hours, including on‑call as required.

• Medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability.
• Retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year).
• Transit spending account.
• Paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. For more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community, .

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