Sample Reception Technician
Posted on October 3rd, 2025
Manchester
Type of Job: Temporary
Job Title: Sample Reception Technician
Location: Manchester
Pay Range/details: £ per hour
Contract Type: Temporary
Omega has an exciting opportunity to work with one of the UK’s leading water testing specialists, This role is initially offered on a temporary basis working Tuesday to Saturday 06:30-14:30 moving to 05:00- 13:00 once fully trained.
Key Responsibilities – Sample Reception Technician
1. Assigning accurate testing
2. Handling of all activities relating to sample reception and goods in including receiving deliveries and unpacking samples, shipping of parcels/post
3. Logging samples into LIMS and storage
4. Some lab-based work and administration tasks.
5. Assisting the team in maintaining an efficient workflow through the laboratory.
6. Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and hygiene in storage areas including sample disposal.
7. To liaise with Custmoer Service and clients regarding any sample queries
8. To despatch and document samples to subcontract labs in a timely manner avoiding deviations
Qualifications & Requirements – Sample Reception Technician
9. Accurate data entry
10. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with accuracy.
11. To be able to work within set targets and goals and be able to manage expectations.
12. To be able to work well in a team, with an open, honest and approachable character.
13. To have a good eye for detail and understand the business processes.
14. To demonstrate flexibility and willingness to support other individuals in the team.
What we can offer – Sample Reception Technician
15. Opportunity to work with a company at the forefront of chemical and microbiological testing
16. Excellent work/life balance
17. Immediate start
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