Laboratory Assistant (Sample Receiving)

Laboratory Assistant (Sample Receiving) Job Locations US-CA-Concord ID 2026-19746 Overview Element Concord has an opening for a Laboratory Assistant (Sample Receiving) to support laboratory operations through the receipt, documentation, tracking, storage, and distribution of client samples in accordance with established procedures and quality system requirements. This role is responsible for maintaining sample integrity and chain of custody, accurately entering sample information into laboratory information management systems (LIMS), coordinating sample logistics, and preparing samples for testing.

The Laboratory Assistant also supports inventory control, sample retention and disposal activities, and ensures compliance with applicable regulatory, safety, quality, and data integrity standards. Working closely with laboratory personnel and clients, this position contributes to efficient laboratory workflows by providing timely, accurate, and organized sample management support. $28hr-$30hr DOE Responsibilities Complies with cGMP ISO 17025:2017 and company policies as required Receive, inspect, and accession incoming samples.

Accurately enter sample information into laboratory databases and LIMS. Maintain sample traceability and chain-of-custody documentation.

Organize, store, and retrieve samples under appropriate conditions. Distribute samples to laboratory departments for testing.

Prepare samples and documentation for shipment or subcontracted testing. Manage sample inventories, retention, and disposal activities.

Maintain accurate records in compliance with quality and regulatory requirements. Communicate with clients and laboratory personnel regarding sample status and discrepancies.

Ensure sample receiving and storage areas remain organized and compliant with safety standards. Assist with general laboratory and administrative tasks as needed.

Other duties as assigned Skills / Qualifications A minimum of a High School Diploma, Bachelors degree in a science field preferred. The position level will depend on the years of experience but requires 0-1 year of industry experience.

Excellent organizational skills along with strong attention to detail. Ability to follow instructions and work as a team member.

Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed to complete projects. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Must be able to work legally in the US. Ability to work in a desk setting. #LI-TK1 Company Overview Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world.

Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first.