**Job Title:** Lab Assistant **Exempt/Non Exempt:** Non Exempt **Reports to:** Operations Supervisor **Supervisory Responsibilities:** None **Assignment Length:** 3 + months **Pays:** $18.00 to $20.00 per hour **Schedule:** 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday thru Friday **Job Summary:** The Lab Assistant is responsible for timely receipt and processing of samples and other receivables, and management of chemical inventory. **Essential Duties/Responsibilities:** _Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions._ + Receive, check-in and maintain database of chemical inventory + Responsible for verification of information on Chain of Custody forms, bottle labeling, and sample/container package shipping + Receive and process all incoming samples + Log in all samples, assign unique IDs per standard procedures and maintain up to date logs and systems reflecting storage locations, disposition status, etc. + Process end of life samples and prepare for safe disposal as appropriate + Maintain retained samples and secure sample storage areas including logs and systems to reflect storage locations, status, etc. + Receive and process all incoming shipments including consumables, office supplies, etc. + Package, coordinate, and process all outgoing shipments including dropping off packages at shipping facility as needed + Manage receipt and shipping of large or oversize items + Responsible for laboratory safety compliance + Responsible for laboratory cleaning and organization + _Performs other related duties as assigned_ **Required Skills/Abilities:** + Excellent problem-solving abilities and an attitude of learning + Excellent verbal and written communication skills + Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills + Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail + Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment + Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software + Good fundamentals and ability to learn quickly **Education and Experience:** + BS in chemistry, preferred + Experience in lab or similar environment, receiving items, coordinating, and communicating with internal/external customers **Physical Requirements:** + Lifting up to 40 pounds on occasion + Sitting and/or standing for long periods of time + Walking throughout the day + Ability to read and write **Other duties** Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. **Pay Details:** $18.00 to $20.00 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: + The California Fair Chance Act + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance