Sample Intake Technician

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Sample Intake Technician to ensure the proper receipt, classification, registration, and tracking of samples in a laboratory, contributing to food safety. Key Highlights: 1. Contribute to an inspiring public health mission 2. Be part of a fast-growing company 3. Grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment Mexico City Regular (US Only) **MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES** As a trusted partner, our public health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier, and more sustainable. Through our global network spanning 32 countries, we offer customers a broad range of innovative testing services and solutions dedicated to preventing health risks associated with food, the environment, and consumer goods. External growth has been a cornerstone of our history, with over 40 acquisitions completed in the past 10 years. If you want to contribute to a long-term inspiring purpose, join a fast-growing company in a high-value market with significant growth opportunities, and grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, **join us!** **YOUR DAY-TO-DAY WITH US** We are seeking a **Sample Intake Technician** at Electrón No. 28, Parque Industrial Cition, Naucalpan de Juárez, México, México, MÉXICO 53470 MEX. Your mission will be: * Receive and inspect sample integrity, and classify samples according to risk level * Store samples appropriately until intake and delivery to the technical department for analysis * Register information in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for requested analyses based on received documentation * Deliver work orders and attached microbiology labels with samples to the laboratory * Identify and/or notify relevant departments of information discrepancies to ensure timely sample intake * Prepare samples for shipment to other facilities/laboratory(ies) when required, per subcontracting workflow * Register and track samples sent to subcontracted laboratories or other facilities * Maintain up-to-date equipment and temperature records * Update records accurately **YOUR SKILLS** * Education and professional experience: Professionals / Technicians with desirable experience in Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, etc. * This position requires basic computer knowledge and keyboard proficiency to enter sample information into LIMS * Basic knowledge of microbiology and chemistry is helpful for assigning correct test codes * Strong familiarity with personal computer software and data entry skills is required to input data into LIMS and generate special reports * Organizational skills are required to maintain tracking/tracing of intakes and documentation **WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?** * Because you would contribute to an **inspiring Public Health mission**, supported by visionary and long-term shareholders * Because you would have an **impact on our strategic pillars**, built upon 60 years of experience and expertise * Because you would become part of **a community of enthusiastic and skilled individuals** who love co-constructing together and serving a greater purpose * Because you would be **welcomed as you are**, in a diverse and open-minded environment enriched by our unique identities and differences * Because you would grow within an **international group of over 10,000 fantastic employees**, with abundant opportunities to learn and share **Ready for the journey?** **To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button**