Job Description

As a Send-Out Laboratory Coordinator at IDEXX, you will be a key contributor at one of the largest veterinary diagnostic companies in the world. You will assist in receiving and sending out samples for laboratory testing that helps veterinarians diagnose and treat pets. You will join a fast-paced work environment that encourages teamwork, quality, and offers opportunities for personal growth. This is a full-time role with competitive benefits.

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IDEXX reference laboratories is a global network united by a shared commitment to enhancing pet care where the true strength in our name is the people behind it. Our reference laboratories make it possible for our customers to discover more with our unrelenting commitment to innovation, personalized support, guidance, and expertise, while providing the most complete and advanced menu of diagnostic tests along with technology and tools.

In This Role:

• You will receive and prepare samples for laboratory analyses and tests.

• You will prepare samples, record required information, and send samples to appropriate specialty lab area.

• You may be cross-trained to perform basic Laboratory Technician duties

• You may be responsible for various support activities, including maintaining supply inventory, record-keeping, cleaning, clerical tasks, supply shipping and receiving, mail distribution and other related duties.

• You will collect and prepare samples as requested and/or required for R&D project teams.

• You will ships samples according to national (and international) regulations.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• You possess a High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. A 2-, 3- or 4-year degree in a Science-related field is preferred.

• You have a positive attitude and love to bring that energy into the lab every day to support your colleagues

• You are looking forward to working in a team

• You concentrate on the details and can work reliably and precisely

• You possess a strong computer skillset (e.g. Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Word, other)

• You are a master multi - tasker with the ability to shift priorities

• You are proactive, possess a can-do attitude and focus on being positive and providing solutions

• You bring a proven track record of managing administrative tasks in a fast - paced environment and the ability to self-manage

• You are an excellent communicator, both written and verbal are a must, and you have the ability to interface effectively with individuals from multiple departments at multiple levels.

• You have a great sense of team spirit and responsibility

• Able to meet the physical requirements that go with working in a lab – standing and sitting for extended periods of time, phone & computer use, extended reach, lifting up to 50lb, and specific vision ability – close, color, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• This is a laboratory, so there is potential exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals.

What You Can Expect From Us:

• Hourly rates targeting: $24.00

• Opportunity for annual cash bonus and merit pay increase consideration

• Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day - One

• 5% matching 401k

• On the job training and career advancement opportunities (experience NOT required)

• Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more!

• Opportunity to do meaningful work where you positively impact the lives of people and pets all over the world

Schedule:

• The hours for this position are Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm.

• The shifts and hours may vary slightly depending on business needs.

• Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position.

Why IDEXX?
We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Let’s pursue what matters together.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.

This Send-Out Laboratory Coordinator position will be based out of our West Sacramento, CA location.

Does this sound like the opportunity for you? Apply today!

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