Sample Management Technician – 2nd Shift

Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is hiring for a notable life sciences organization known for supporting laboratory research and scientific development in Covington, KY.

Location: Covington, KY
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Pay: $18.70/hour
Schedule: 2nd Shift | Tuesday–Saturday | 4:00 PM–12:30 AM
Contract: 1-Year Contract-to-Hire Opportunity

Position Overview

We are seeking a Sample Management Technician to support laboratory operations through accurate sample and inventory handling, documentation, and administrative support. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in a professional and regulated laboratory environment.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable following established procedures while working collaboratively with laboratory personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine sample and inventory management activities, including receipt, check-in, login, labeling, inventory, transport, and check-out of laboratory samples and materials.

• Provide administrative and operational support to the Sample Management team and laboratory staff.

• Accurately maintain sample tracking records, inventory documentation, and related laboratory information.

• Communicate task status, sample information, and issues to supervisors and appropriate laboratory personnel.

• Learn and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), regulatory guidelines, applicable procedures, and sample storage requirements.

• Support appropriate response to environmental unit alarms and participate in on-call responsibilities when required.

• Complete daily assignments accurately, efficiently, and safely while meeting established timelines.

• Maintain an organized work environment and follow applicable laboratory and safety requirements.

• Perform additional duties and assignments as needed.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Technical certificate, vocational training, or relevant academic coursework is a plus.

• 0–1 year of relevant experience preferred; entry-level candidates with applicable education, training, or laboratory exposure are encouraged to apply.

• Previous experience in a laboratory, healthcare, pharmaceutical, inventory, warehouse, or other regulated environment is a plus.

Knowledge & Skills

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate tracking and documentation.

• Ability to follow written procedures and SOPs consistently.

• Strong time-management and organizational skills.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to prioritize daily assignments and complete work accurately and on time.

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

• Dependable and safety-conscious approach to daily work.

Schedule & Work Environment

• 2nd Shift: 4:00 PM–12:30 AM

• Tuesday–Saturday

• 100% Onsite in Covington, KY

• Regular attendance and punctuality are required.

• May involve handling and transporting laboratory samples and materials in accordance with established procedures.

• May require participation in on-call responsibilities related to environmental unit alarms.

Why Work for Adecco?

• Weekly pay

• 401(k) options

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits where eligible

• Skills training and career development resources

• Access to additional opportunities with leading life sciences organizations

• Potential for direct-hire placement following successful completion of the contract assignment

If you are detail-oriented, dependable, and interested in building experience in a laboratory environment, we encourage you to apply!

Pay Details: $18.70 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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