This is a fantastic opportunity to learn the business side of an environmental laboratory. We will fully train. No previous experience is necessary. This is a seasonal position. SGS Alaska Division has been the leading full-service environmental laboratory in Alaska for over 50 years.  We understand the importance of employing qualified, enthusiastic, resourceful people.  Our Alaska operation supports a 60-person staff.  SGS Anchorage is a full service, ISO accredited laboratory analyzing a variety of matrices for environmental pollutants.  Our clients are those that report to government regulatory agencies and private individuals.We have a position for a seasonal Sample Login Technician to support our sample receiving and administrative needs. The Sample Login Technician receives samples, prepares bottle kits for clients, delivers samples to the labs, disposes of expired samples, and works in shipping and receiving. The Sample Login Technician is responsible for following all health and safety procedures and promoting a safe working environment throughout the department and the laboratory. This position will be heavily involved with answering calls from clients and helping with other administrative responsibilities around the lab.Job Functions:Receives/unpacks sample coolers and containers and documents the receipt in an efficient and timely mannerVerifies and records sample receipt temperaturesPerforms preservation checks on aqueous samples within various containers (i.e. 250ml, 500ml, 1000ml, etc.), not applicable to solvents, liquids, or malodorous samplesCreates jobs, enters bottle records, and generates bottle labels using LIMS in accordance with chain of custody (COC)Applies sample labels to sample containersTransfers samples between sample reception, cold or ambient storage areas, and laboratory departmentsShips sample coolers and packagesPrepares client bottle kitsMaintains all required documentation with accuracy and clarityRemoves historical samples from completed jobs and assigns samples for disposal; disposes of expired samplesCommunicates sample information to Client Services team and lab operations to ensure timelyAdheres to lab and sample management SOPs to ensure that proper sampling handling procedures are followedProvides exceptional customer service to internal and external clientsPerforms other duties as assigned
