Job Description
Job Description
North Water District Laboratory Services (NWDLS) is currently searching for a Sample Receiving Clerk.
The training schedule for this role is Monday-Friday from 8 : 00 A.M. to 5 : 00 P.M. with a 1 hour scheduled lunch period. After training is complete, the schedule will be Monday-Friday from 9 : 00 A.M. to 6 : 00 P.M. with a 1 hour scheduled lunch period. Additionally, this role will be required to work 1 Saturday per month, from 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. Overtime work may occasionally be required.
About North Water District Laboratory Services (NWDLS) :
In business since 1974, North Water District Laboratory Services, Inc. provides superior service and quality analysis for inorganic and organic constituents in tissue, aqueous, and solid matrices for engineering firms, municipalities, school districts, government agencies, industrial facilities, and individuals throughout the state of Texas.
Qualifications :
- High school diploma or equivalent.
What the Shipping Receiving Clerk is responsible for :
Receive and process samples while inspecting proper containers, temperatures, preservatives, etc.Providing an accurate and completed chain of custody, record of any sample in your possession.Responsible for evaluating sample receipt compliance against appropriate methods and documenting any deviations.Responsible for distributing samples to appropriate storage locations and disposing of expired samples, as necessary.Shipping samples to other laboratories or clients.Work directly with the Department Supervisor and Manager to ensure accurate, timely, and complete processing of all samples.Convey any client requests or concerns to the Main Office.Utilize LIMS (Promium Element) functions to log and receive all samples, generate queries to monitor and prioritize sample processing, and other tasks as needed.Responsible for general housekeeping in his / her work area including maintaining supplies.A successful Sample Receiving Technician at NWDLS will :
Have utilized technology in prior roles or possesses a willingness to learn new software programs for data entry tasks.Be skilled in professional verbal and written communication, as well as have prior experience operating in an environment that requires multi-tasking.Understand the importance of providing excellent customer service.Place a high level of emphasis on attention to detail.Other position specific requirements :
Vision sufficient to read and interpret chemical and reagent labels, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, laws, spreadsheets, computer screens and print outs, business correspondence, and other documents encountered in the course of work.Hearing sufficient to hear conversation levels in person and telephone.Speech sufficient to make oneself heard and understood in front of groups, over the telephone, in meetings, and training sessions.Mobility sufficient to safely move in an environmental laboratory.Dexterity sufficient to safely operate office equipment including computers and specialized tools and equipment utilized in the course of work.Strength sufficient to safely lift and carry sample containers, office supplies, materials, equipment, and other related materials weighing up to 40 pounds.Endurance sufficient to stand and bend from the waist for longs periods up to 100% of an 8 hour day.Why join the NWDLS team?
Employees of NWDLS enjoy on-site work in a cohesive team environment. The office and lab are located in Conroe, Texas and the site contains a gym (currently under construction), full kitchen, break room with arcade games, modern furnishings and finishes, and a large, wooded campus for employees to enjoy. Hands-on training is provided for most positions available at NWDLS, and advancement opportunities are available for those that wish to advance their career with NWDLS.
Full-time employees are eligible for benefits that include :
The option to participate in health, dental, and vision plans after 60 days of employment.Accrual of PTO (up to 80 hours per year) starting after 90 days of employment (pro-rated for the 1st year of employment).The option to participate in a 401K plan (employer matching contributions of 100% match for 4% of base salary contribution and 100% vested immediately).Educational assistance of up to 8K / year (please request to see additional requirements for eligibility specifics).
