Lab Receiving Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title – Lab Receiving Technician

Department – Tracer Diagnostics

Reports to – Laboratory Supervisor or Director

Job Summary

The Laboratory Receiving Technician is primarily responsible for coordinating and overseeing sample receipt and entry into LIMS. They coordinate with various external stakeholders in Operations, Account Manager and Engineering Technical Advisors to anticipate sample shipments and organize samples into wells and projects. They will maintain the laboratory sample warehouse and assist with same preparation in coordination with the Laboratory Technician staff. 

Key areas of responsibility

• Receive samples (oil, gas, water) for analysis
• Log samples into LIMS and create batches of samples for analysis
• Prepare selected samples for instrumental analysis by following established methods and procedures
• Track samples received against plan; communicate with stakeholders to resolve any discrepancies
• Organize samples in laboratory warehouse
  • Store samples after analysis
  • Clear-out inventory of samples after storage date has passed
• Assist with laboratory supply organization/ordering  
• Follows and ensures strict safety processes and safety checks
• Support and uphold HS&E policies and procedures of NCS and the customer
• Align individual goals with NCS’s corporate goals, while adhering to the NCS Promise
• Participate in Personal Development for Success (PDS)
• Other duties, relevant to the position, shall be assigned as required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Education/experience
  • Canada: Chemical Laboratory Technology Diploma and/or min 2 years of lab experience
  • US: High school diploma required; Associate’s degree preferred; experience in laboratory setting preferred
• Ability to multi-task and stay organized in a dynamic, fast paced environment
• High level of efficiency and work ethic, strong interpersonal/communication skills
• Shows initiative, enthusiasm and attention to detail in all assignments
• Ability to work in the presence of odors typical of petroleum, petrochemicals and laboratory chemicals without allergic reaction or nausea
• Ability to stand, bend and sit for extended time periods
• Ability to work in climate and non-climate-controlled area (95% climate, 5% non-climate)
• Ability to move or lift 25 lbs

Additional Information

• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Employment Classification: Full-time, Regular
• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, core business hours
• Special Equipment: Laptop
• Travel: Less than 5% domestic travel may be required
• Bonus: Eligible
• Criminal background check required for all positions
• Safety sensitive positions will require additional pre-employment testing

Core Competencies

• Teamwork/Collaboration – Able to work cooperatively with other individuals.
• Service Focus – Builds & maintains customer satisfaction and provides excellent service to internal & external customers.
• Decision Making – Able to make decisions and solve problems of varied levels of complexity using logical, systematic, and sequential approach.
• Ethics & Integrity – Trustworthiness and ethical behavior with consideration for impact & consequence when making decisions/taking action.
• Problem Solving – Ability to approach a problem by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.
• Continuous Improvement – Ongoing improvement of products, services, or processes through incremental & breakthrough improvements.
• Accountability – Obligation or willingness to be answerable for an outcome.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.