Laboratory Courier (Irwindale, CA)

IEH Laboratories, a Leader in Food Safety, is now accepting applications for a Laboratory Courier position at its facility in Irwindale, CA. Ideal candidates will possess the following:

• A high school diploma or GED (required); an associate degree in Biology or related field (preferred)
• A detail-oriented approach and strong communication in handling all tasks
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in day-to-day interactions
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word)
• Ability to regularly lift up to 30lbs above waist level
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50lbs above waist level
• A valid US driver's license issued at least 5 years prior to the date of hire, with a clean driving record (including, at minimum, no at-fault accidents in the last 5 years) that meets/continues to meet IEH's motor vehicle risk standards, as verified through ongoing MVR monitoring Laboratory Courier duties include: safely transporting samples from customers to the lab on a fixed schedule, cleaning and maintaining coolers for sample transport, media/sample preparation, sample sorting and log-in, performing specific sample testing steps (under supervision), transcribing results, data entry, inventory control, washing glassware, general laboratory cleaning, and other tasks as assigned.

The pay for this position is $21 hourly. This is a full-time position and is eligible for the following benefits after a brief waiting period: medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, long- and short-term disability insurance, health and dependent care FSA plans, employee assistance program, 15 days of paid time off per year for sick leave and/or vacation, 6 paid holidays per year, 3 days paid bereavement leave, and 401(k) (with up to 3% employer match after eligibility criteria are met). The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, from 7:00am to 3:30pm. Due to exposure to various food allergens in the laboratory environment, applicants with moderate to severe food allergies are discouraged from applying. To apply for this position please access the company's job posting at: https://portal.iehlabs.com/applyatieh.html#6a076cbdeacfb4f0134ce3f5 After navigating to the URL listed above, you will be asked to complete optional self-identification surveys and submit your cover letter, resume and references in a combined, single PDF. Equal Opportunity Vets/Disability "Know Your Rights"

Poster:

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