- Phoenix, AZ
- Salary: per hour
- Contract
Requisition Id: #5619
Job Title:
Receiving Technician
Location:
250 North 17th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85007
(On-site, Local Candidates Only)
Pay Details:
Pay Rate: $18.61/hr (submitted)
Closing Date for Bids:
06/06/2025 at 3:00 PM (GMT-7 Arizona Time)
Job Summary:
The Receiving Technician supports shipping and receiving operations within the laboratory environment. The role involves receiving specimens and supplies, preparing shipment kits, documenting data in the LIMS, handling infectious materials, and ensuring regulatory compliance in lab operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Receive, verify, and document incoming packages, including hazardous and biological samples.
Operate the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for logging and tracking samples.
Prepare, ship, and manage specimen/sample collection kits.
Follow protocols for biological/chemical waste handling and decontamination.
Provide customer service to laboratory submitters and internal teams.
Maintain organized and accurate records.
Identify and report out-of-specification issues to leadership.
Support compliance with quality assurance standards and procedures.
Assist with outbound shipments and resolve shipping issues.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSA):
Knowledge of:
Laboratory terminology and procedures
Federal/state regulations for sample handling
Biological/chemical safety protocols
Quality assurance and control standards
Skills in:
LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems)
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar)
Data entry, record keeping, and problem solving
Organizational, communication, and multi-tasking abilities
Abilities to:
Work independently and handle multiple tasks
Communicate effectively with internal and external contacts
Learn lab services, procedures, and kit requirements
Assist the public and lab staff in a professional and inclusive manner
Required Skills:
Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
Knowledge of shipping, handling, and labeling of collection kits and specimens
Preferred Skills:
Receiving experience in a lab environment
Experience handling infectious or hazardous materials