Sample Login Technician

Certified Group
Turlock, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience in sample handling and laboratory data entry.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior experience in commercial food-testing labs and attention to detail in sample handling
    — “One or more years of experience in a commercial food-testing laboratory preferred”
  • Individuals who thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment and value clear communication
    — “Share information in an open, timely manner, maintaining customer satisfaction”
  • Those comfortable with following strict protocols and maintaining lab conditions with precision
    — “Maintain laboratory conditions including equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs and accurate records throughout all procedures”

Things to consider

  • Overnight travel is a requirement, which may affect work-life balance and location flexibility
    — “Overnight Travel is required at the discretion of management”
  • The role involves potential exposure to hazardous chemicals and pathogens, requiring a strong safety focus
    — “Potential exposure to odors, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and microbiological pathogens”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your experience with LIMS systems and your ability to maintain accurate records
    — “Enter data, choose analyses, log and approve samples using a LIMS database on a Windows computer workstation”
  • Emphasize your training and adherence to laboratory protocols in your resume and interview responses
    — “Training in general laboratory practices preferred”
  • Showcase your ability to communicate effectively with clients and resolve order-related issues
    — “Communicate with clients for clarification on orders as needed”
  • Demonstrate your capacity to manage priorities and work collaboratively within a team
    — “Assisting with managing priorities and schedule such that individual goals as well as team goals are achieved”
  • Include any prior experience with sample segregation and temperature-controlled environments
    — “Process and maintain client samples at correct temperatures”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • process customer samples
  • maintain laboratory conditions
  • communicate with clients
Typical background
laboratory technicianquality assurance

Skills & requirements

Required

Sample HandlingLIMS DatabaseLab SafetyQuality Assurance

Preferred

Food SafetyMicrobiology

About the role

Original posting from Certified Group via Greenhouse

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.

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Source: Certified Group careers (Greenhouse)

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