Associate Food Services Director - Higher Ed. jobs in Santa Ana, CA

Certified Group is a leading North American provider of laboratory testing and audit and certification services. The Certified Group of companies includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, Labstat International Inc., Advanced Botanical Consulting & Testing (ABC Testing Inc.), Microconsult Inc. and Micro Quality Labs Inc. The Certified Group provides analytical testing and regulatory guidance services in the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, cannabis, nicotine and hemp industries.

We are currently looking for a Sample Receiving Associate to join our growing team!

JOB SUMMARY

The Sample Receiving Associate is responsible for entering data into the Certified Laboratories Information Management System (LIMS) in a timely and accurate manner.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Logging of customer samples into the LIMS system with accuracy. Uses products as needed.
• Ensure timeliness, accuracy and reliability work.
• Ensures adherence to the daily work schedule.
• Makes suggestions and recommendations regarding product/specs. that would aid in logging.
• Perform clerical review to ensure accuracy.
• Ensures all samples are labeled correctly and stored at the appropriate temperatures until testing can occur.
• Ensure the sample receiving room is cleaned and maintained.
• Participates in special projects as assigned by the Manager/Supervisor.
• Keeps the Manager/Supervisor informed of issues or problems within the department.
• Interacts with clients, suppliers and vendors as required.
• Learns new techniques and technologies and trains others as appropriate.
• Works effectively with other departments.
• Responsible for the execution of all ISO and QC requirements.
• Performs all other duties as required or assigned.
• Stocks/orders supplies as needed (labels, boxes etc.)
• Assists with the return of customer coolers.
• Other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• AS degree in Science and appropriate industry specific experience or BS degree.
• Knowledge of good aseptic technique and behaviors that can reduce cross contamination.
• Good conceptual basis in laboratory setting with proven ability to perform basic lab techniques.
• Critical thinking - using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Excellent organizational skills - ability to use your time, energy, resources, etc. in an effective manner.
• Time management - one's own time and the time of others.
• Training - teaching and guiding others how to complete a process from beginning to end.
• Strong relevant qualitative and quantitative skills.
• Excellent arithmetic skills - using mathematics to solve problems.
• Good communication skills - speaking, reading, writing and listening.
• Manual dexterity.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and lift up to 40 lbs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and to handle other communications/computer components
• Potential exposure to odors, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and microbiological pathogens
• Noise level varies from quiet to loud
• Temperature varies from hot to cold
• Interactive and fast-paced team-oriented tasks
• Overnight Travel is required at the discretion of management
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Color vision and depth perception

Benefits:

• Progressive 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Employer Paid Short- Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Group Medical
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental
• Paid Holidays and Time Off
• Many positions which qualify for the company bonus program

Certified Group values diversity in its workforce. The company is firmly committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity and will administer its policies in a manner that treats each employee and applicant for employment on the basis of merit. Certified Group will take affirmative action to seek out qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status.