Lab Assistant

Certified Group partners with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise - So The World Can Trust In What It Consumes. As a leading provider of laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services, Certified Group includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), FSNS Certification & Audit, Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, and Labstat International Inc. We provide analytical testing and regulatory guidance across the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries.

We are currently looking for a Lab Assistant to join our growing team!

Please note: This role is split approximately 50% courier duties (client sample pickup/drop-off) and 50% laboratory administrative support.

• Pick up and deliver client samples according to scheduled routes and timelines.

• Ensure proper handling, chain of custody, and temperature control during transport.

• Maintain delivery logs, perform vehicle safety checks, and ensure vehicle cleanliness.

• Communicate professionally with clients during pickups and drop-offs.

• Support urgent or on-demand deliveries as needed.

• Log customer samples into the LIMS system with accuracy; use products as needed.

• Split samples between departments and ensure timely, accurate, and reliable processing.

• Maintain adherence to daily work schedules and workload priorities.

• Make recommendations regarding logging processes, product specifications, and customer communications.

• Perform clerical accuracy checks and ensure all samples are labeled and stored correctly.

• Keep the sample receiving/splitting room organized, cleaned, and maintained.

• Support ISO and QC documentation and process adherence.

• Interact with clients, suppliers, and vendors as required.

• Assist with purchasing, inventory management, and stocking supplies (labels, boxes, etc.).

• Assist with sample retain and retrieval.

• Support media preparation, washing of glassware, and general laboratory housekeeping.

• Participate in special projects as assigned by the Manager/Supervisor.

• Keep the Manager/Supervisor informed of department issues or concerns.

• Learn new techniques and technologies and help train others when appropriate.

• Work effectively with other departments and contribute to a positive team environment.

• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma.

• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle for daily courier routes.

• Valid, clean driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

• Strong administrative skills, including data entry accuracy, document management, and organization.

• Knowledge of aseptic technique and behaviors that reduce cross-contamination.

• Basic laboratory skills and understanding of lab workflows.

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to teach or guide others through processes.

• Strong qualitative and quantitative reasoning skills.

• Excellent mathematical and communication skills.

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and lift up to 40 lbs.