Corporate Laboratory Specialist

Position Summary

The Corporate Laboratory Specialist is responsible for managing the complete, end-to-end lifecycle of analytical samples, serving as the central coordinator between internal corporate projects and external third-party testing laboratories. The professional in this position ensures strict data integrity and compliance by meticulously tracking sample progress within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and enforcing rigorous Chain of Custody (CoC) and QA/QC standards. Furthermore, the role involves verifying raw analytical data from external labs and synthesizing those findings into actionable, structured reports for laboratory management to support critical project milestones.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Oversees the receipt, log-in, cataloging, and temporary storage of all incoming samples across multiple corporate projects and programs
• Manages the end-to-end sample submission process to third-party analytical laboratories, ensuring proper documentation, Chain of Custody (CoC), and compliance with shipping protocols
• Ensures all analytical testing and sample progress are meticulously logged in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) in accordance with company protocols and strict compliance guidelines
• Collects, verifies, and compiles analytical data and test certificates received from external testing facilities
• Translates complex raw analytical data into concise, structured reports and present findings to the Lab Director/Manager to support project milestones
• Implements and monitor strict quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) standards to ensure data integrity and accuracy
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, Laboratory Science, or a related scientific discipline
• 3+ years of experience in laboratory management, analytical chemistry, or high-volume sample coordination
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong hands-on experience utilizing and configuring Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• Exceptional detail orientation and multitasking capabilities to manage multiple program sample streams simultaneously
• Work well with others in a team environment
• Highly organized; superior time management skills
• Exceptional communication skills both written and oral
• Good math and computer skills
• Self starter; self motivated

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

N/A | Occasionally = up to 20% | Frequently = 21% to 50% | Constantly = at least 51%

Working Environment

• Occasionally - Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level, strong odors, and/or exposure to heat and cold
• Occasionally- Exposed to bio hazardous conditions
• Occasionally - Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations
• N/A - Exposed to Electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock
• N/A - Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment
• N/A - Travels to offsite locations

Physical Demands

• Frequently- Must be able to remain in a stationary position (Sit)
• Frequently- Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location (Walk)
• Constantly- Operates a computer and other office machinery (Use hands to finger, handle or feel)
• Frequently - Must be able to position one's self to maintain computers in the lab, including under desks and in the server closet (Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl)
• N/A - Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder (Climb or balance)
• N/A - Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions (Talk, hear, taste, smell)

Weight and Force Demands

• Occasionally- Up to 10 pounds
• N/A - Up to 25 pounds
• N/A - Up to 50 pounds
• N/A - Up to 100 pounds
• N/A - More than 100 pounds

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Darling Ingredients.

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