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Actalent Specimen Handler in Wayne, New Jersey
Job Title: Specimen HandlerJob Description
As a Specimen Handler, you will be responsible for taking samples from processors after labeling and transporting them to the handling area. Your duties include bringing samples to the centrifuging area, supporting urine pour-offs prior to testing, and moving samples between buildings, sometimes walking outside between other labs on campus to cart or carry samples around. You will multi-task between different specimen handling functions, collect specimens from all processing stations, and deliver them to the specimen handling area. Your role also involves preparing SST specimens for RSA and/or manual pour-off, placing specimens in centrifuges for spinning, and performing all required maintenance procedures. You will document all issues into the log book and communicate problems to upper management. Additionally, you will process and pour off specimens manually, sort processed specimens into racks for delivery into the lab by pour off groups, and carry and push at least 30 pounds around the laboratory. You must be able to stand for long periods of time and handle a lot of walking for sample movement between stations.
Hard Skills
Ability to follow strict quality regulations
Adherence to prescribed SOPs
Experience in handling samples with PPE
Ability to carry and push at least 30 pounds
Soft Skills
Multi-tasking
Effective communication
Problem-solving
Job Type
This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 4 Month(s).
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position in ELMWOOD PARK, New Jersey.
Work Environment
The work involves standing for the entirety of the shift and handling samples with PPE. You will move samples after processing to different areas of the laboratory to be tested, pour off urine samples, and then send the rest of the sample to the mapping area for storage. You will carry samples to different lab departments prior to testing or post-testing, and carry 10-15 pounds. The role requires working in one area and rarely moving to a different building/work station. However, if working in certain buildings, you may have to walk between buildings outside to move samples around. All roles involve moving around and standing the whole time. Training for the position lasts for more than 2 weeks, Monday to Friday during the same hours.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.