Sample Receiving and Microbiology lab assistant - Weekday Evening Shift

RMB ENVIRONMENTAL LABORATORIES

JOB DESCRIPTION

Sample Receiving and Microbiology lab assistant - Weekday Evening Shift

DEPARTMENT:

Laboratory

EXEMPTION STATUS:

Non-exempt / Hourly

REPORTS TO:

Client Services Manager

POSITION LOCATION:

Detroit Lakes, MN

DATE PREPARED:

March 2024

POSITION STATUS

Full – time

POSITION SUMMARY

Growing Environmental Testing Laboraotry seeking a Sample Receiving and Microbiology lab assistant.

Duties include receipt of client samples, unpacking coolers of containers and logging samples into a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Additional responsibilities include working in the microbiology laboratory to assist with basic water sample testing for coliform bacteria.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to follow standard operating procedures, computer data entry with attention to detail and ability to multitask. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

• Environmental sample receipt from clients and work order submittal into Laboratory LIMS system; Evaluation and distribution of daily laboratory work orders to analysts.

• Distribution of sampling supplies to clientele and field personnel,

• Maintain sample work order productivity by evaluating receiving samples; the samples are selected and grouped by parameter to expedite analysis and minimize turn-around-time. Rush service samples, as well as those with short holding times, are prioritized and analyzed accordingly.

• Ensure sample compliance with EPA regulated sample collection, storage, and transportation guidelines; by providing accurate sampling guidance and education to clients; consulting with clients to ensure adherence with field and laboratory quality assurance measures; and providing proper guidance of standard operating procedure and EPA methodologies as applicable to sample receipt operations,

• Conflict resolution and troubleshooting by consulting with clientele, assigned project manager, and/or Laboratory Director,

• Maintain confidential sample and client information in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS),

• Provide billing with work orders, as applicable,

• Maintain laboratory sample collection supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and anticipating supply needs.

• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by reviewing current EPA and RMB standard operating procedures, requirements, and guidelines, reviewing internal laboratory quality control and assurance procedures, • Maintain safety of the workplace and coordinate with Facilities Manager and Laboratory Director to maintain compliance with laboratory and OSHA requirements,

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

The type of formal education and type/amount of experience that would typically be needed to successfully perform in the position.

• Experience in Laboratory setting is welcomed.

Certificates, Licenses & Designations

N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Skills – Measurable or observable behavior while performing a cognitive or manual activity, such as skill in word processing.
• Ability – Natural (perhaps innate) talents or gained capabilities, such as ability to follow procedures.

• Quality control and quality assurance unuderstanding
• Safety conscience
• Current technology and trends
• Express ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively orally and in writing
• Exercise appropriate judgment in answering questions and releasing information; analyze and project consequences of decision and/or recommendations.
• Communicate effectively with a variety of individuals representing diverse cultures and backgrounds and function calmly in situations which require high degree of sensitivity, tack, and diplomacy.
• An ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The environment in which the position functions and the frequency of exposure, such as frequent exposure;

Exposure to Sulfuric Acid, Nitric Acid, Potassium Iodide and Starch solution. Employees must follow safety measures. Frequent: walking, standing, bending, and twisting of neck, bending, and twisting of waist, lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 15 pounds, lifting of up to 50 lbs. Occasional: sitting, repetitive use of hands to operate instruments, computers, printers, copiers.

EEO Statement

RMB Environmental Laboratory is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, age, religion, sex, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Note: Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.