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Food & Beverage Testing, Life Sciences, Professional Services

Sample Login Technician

Turlock, CAOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 23 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • LIMS
  • Windows
  • sample receipt
  • sample handling
  • data entry
  • client communication
  • laboratory conditions
  • safety
  • training

Nice to have

  • general laboratory practices
  • commercial food-testing laboratory

Role summary

This role involves processing customer samples in a laboratory setting, ensuring adherence to protocols for receipt and handling. Key responsibilities include data entry into a LIMS database, preparing and maintaining samples at correct temperatures, segregating samples according to procedures, and communicating with clients regarding order clarifications. The technician will maintain laboratory conditions, perform activities safely and efficiently, and contribute to team goals. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with a preference for training in general laboratory practices and experience in a commercial food-testing laboratory.

Certified Group is committed to partnering with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise – So The World Can Trust In What It Consumes™. Our network of 30+ North American and European laboratories serves the food & beverage, dietary supplements, cosmetics, OTC, tobacco/nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries.

Our Brands

Certified Group is comprised of a set of specialized brands that collectively deliver laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services across highly regulated industries:

  • Certified Laboratories – Provides comprehensive analytical and microbiological testing, primarily supporting food, beverage, cosmetics, OTC, and dietary supplement industries.
  • Food Safety Net Services (FSNS) – A leading network of ISO-accredited laboratories across North America, focused on food safety testing, operational support, and technical services for the food industry.
  • Labstat – A global leader in contract research and testing for nicotine, tobacco, cannabis, hemp, and next-generation products, with deep expertise in analytical chemistry and toxicology.
  • EAS Consulting Group – A regulatory consulting firm offering expert guidance, training, and auditing support across FDA, USDA, and other regulated sectors, powered by a large network of independent advisors.
  • FSNS Certification & Audit – Provides accredited third-party auditing and certification services, including food safety, animal welfare, and GMP programs.
  • 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 fast-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
  • Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift

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    Salary Range for Pay Transparency$18—$20 USD

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