Sample Management Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Are you detail-oriented, organized, and excited to support meaningful scientific work?

Tentamus North America is on the prowl for a Sample Management Technician to join our dynamic Nova Biologicals team in Conroe, Texas where you'll contribute to our mission of ensuring quality and compliance in laboratory testing. Bring your magic to the lab and help us keep science moving-one perfectly logged sample at a time!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Under the direction of Laboratory Management, the Sample Management Technician supports accurate and efficient tracking, processing, and routing of samples using LIMS and established SOPs, in adherence to ISO 17025, NELAP/TNI, GMP/GLP, and all accrediting/certifying agency requirements. Other Duties include:

• Independently receive, review, and log samples (Environmental, Food, USP, and Colilert-18) from couriers and delivery agencies.
• Verify accompanying documentation; contact clients or laboratory personnel to clarify missing or unclear information.
• Appropriately label samples and create required data packages. Ensure samples are properly tracked, documented, handled, stored, and delivered to the appropriate departments promptly.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and data in compliance with policies, LIMS protocols, and accreditation standards.
• Assist quarterly with Colilert-18 sample receipt, including a minimum of two Saturdays per month as required.
• Utilize LIMS for sample tracking, processing, documentation, and result entry.
• Assist in data entry for laboratory results and scan sample submission forms to Accounting as needed.
• Follow all Receiving SOPs and Adhere to GMP/GLP, ISO 17025, NELAP/TNI, and other relevant regulatory requirements. Support audit readiness and ensure data integrity in all sample management activities.
• Assist Courier staff with scheduling client bookings into routing software and assist Media Technicians, Laboratory Assistants, and other laboratory areas as assigned.
• Perform general laboratory maintenance and upkeep; Support supply stocking, paperwork management, and inventory management, & Notify QA and QC upon arrival of Proficiency Testing (PT) samples

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will be authorized to work in the United States indefinitely, without restriction or sponsorship and hold a high-school diploma or equivalent.

Other items include:

• Basic computer skills, including data entry and communication via email and phone.
• Experience with Excel, Word, Adobe
• Ability to follow SOPs, regulatory standards, and documentation requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling samples and data.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team; strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Fine motor skills required for handling samples and performing related tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs; Strong attention to detail for precise laboratory work.

POSITION AND SCHEDULE

This is a Full-Time M-F, 8:00AM –5:00PM, Onsite position at Nova Biologicals in Conroe, TX. Occasional Weekends and OT Eligible.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

$12.00 per hour and access to comprehensive and low-cost benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, HSA, EAP, Ample PTO, and a matching 401k.

ABOUT TENTAMUS

Labs for Life® . We are a global network of full-service accredited analytical laboratories providing crucial quality and safety analysis for clients locally, nationally, and beyond using proven methods of chemistry and microbiology. Many of the products you use and consume daily rely on Tentamus labs. With 20 labs in the Americas and growing (100 globally), we celebrate having talented diverse scientific and service-oriented professionals.

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