Sample Receiver

Twin Mississauga Micro

Regular

**MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES**

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, **join us**

**YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE**

We are looking for a **Sample Receiver - Trainee** in 6660 Campobello Rd, Mississauga, ON L5N 2L9 CAN. Your mission will be to:

- Receive and inspect submissions. Identify and coordinate the resolution of concerns with the submission. Input information into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Coordinate the transfer of samples to the next departments for testing.
- Receive lab materials and samples. Use lab information systems to document and track the location of items. Ensure items are stored in appropriate locations. Retrieve items and distribute them to the appropriate lab areas. Dispose of items in an appropriate and safe manner.

Key Accountability/Responsibilities: What specifically is this job expected to accomplish?
- Receive incoming parcels and complete appropriate documentation
- Unpack parcels and organize samples or lab materials according to requirements
- Review paperwork against samples or lab materials received
- Identify and report all concerns with submissions, which may include concerns regarding:

- Received time and temperature
- Condition of the samples received
- Missing or extra samples
- Sampling date issues
- Review of analysis requests
- Escalate issues to senior staff as needed
- Input information into LIMS - data entry
- Create a record of each sample or lab material received. Ensure accurate labelling and distribution of these items to the appropriate areas.
- Create and organize documents such as job entry sheets, worksheets, COCs, Packing Slips, Waybills, etc.
- Transport and store all samples and materials appropriately
- Retrieve samples and lab materials and deliver or dispose in an appropriate and timely manner
- Pack and ship samples and lab materials according to local and international guidelines
- Prioritize and manage work based on provided guidelines
- Collaborate with internal clients to resolve operations issues
- Coordinate with team members to ensure that critical deadlines are met
- Strict adherence to safety practices, policies, procedures, work instructions, other documents, and requirements
- Create and maintain a clean, sanitary, neat/tidy, safe/secure working environment
- Maintain and demonstrate a commitment to safety and ethics
- Maintain an appropriate level of accuracy and efficiency
- Maintain a professional demeanour and appearance
- Other responsibilities as assigned

**YOUR PROFILE**

Minimum requirement:

- Job Creation
- Manual Inspection, eCOC, Shelf Life, Nutritional, Import Forms (EnviroMap, client specific), Foodlink+, Enviro Jobs
- Lab and Process Communication
- Client Workflows
- Morning pet food workflow
- RC-FP,F,S

Additional responsibilities:

- Client Workflows
- RC/M- Satellite Locations
- Daily Opening and Closing Tasks
- Window Receiving Responsibilities
- Cooler, Ice Pack, Cardboard sorting
- Client sampling, purchasing
- Travel between locations
- Sample Archiving and Retrieval
- Order packing and shipping
- Inventory management (lab supplies)

Skills and Knowledge: What skills and knowledge are used to carry out job responsibilities and solve problems?
- Proficient with computer systems and data management; demonstrates strong keyboarding and mousing skills, navigates software and file structures efficiently, and confidently executes data entry and retrieval across multiple sources.
- Possesses the ability to strategically identify information/data locations to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Excellent attention to detail, retention of knowledge, and accuracy is required
- Confident communication skills (both written and verbal skills in English)
- High level of work production in fast-paced lab environment
- Can-do attitude, self-starter; willing to do what it takes to get the job done
- Energetic, positive attitude who thrives in a fast-paced, team environment
- Ability to prioritize and adapt to changes is required, ability to multi-task when needed
- Ability to work independently as well as engage with others when required
- Ability to travel to and from client sites and stores for sampling/purchasing workflows is an asset (G licence with a vehicle)
- Preferred qualifications:

- Microbiology and chemistry knowledge is an asset.
- Experience in a laboratory envir