Laboratory Sample Processing Technician

Laboratory Sample Processing Technician

Location: Minneapolis, MN (On-site)
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 12 months
Openings: 2
Schedule: 40 hrs/week

Position Overview

Support a high-volume commercial laboratory by coordinating sample intake and processing activities. This role focuses heavily on accurate transcription of sample information into LIMS and ensuring samples are prepared, labeled, stored, and routed correctly to support downstream testing accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately transcribe customer sample submission information into LIMS/Labware
• Validate sample matrix suitability for requested test methods
• Organize, deliver, store, and dispose of samples per guidelines
• Perform sample processing steps (prep, aliquoting, labeling, storage)
• Use grinding and comminution tools (blenders/grinders; may include liquid nitrogen workflows)
• Document preparation techniques and handling steps in LIMS
• Process third-party lab submission requests, including shipment preparation
• Hand-wash sample prep equipment and complete scheduled cleaning tasks
• Follow lab safety and quality procedures (PPE, GMP, OSHA, ISO)

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years lab experience or Associate’s in a science-related field or Bachelor’s in a science-related field
• Comfortable working across multiple systems (Microsoft Office, SAP, LIMS)
• Strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand 5–6 hours/day
• Ability to perform tasks while wearing PPE (face shield, hearing protection, steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, lab coat, cryogenic gloves)

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior food lab experience
• Comfort working in a changing, high-volume lab environment

Work Environment / Notes

Allergen Statement: This position may involve exposure/contact with common food, environmental, and chemical allergens.

Ref: #558-Scientific

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.