Sampler/Courier

SC Labs is the largest multi-state laboratory bringing together the industry’s most reputable testing labs. SC Labs, founded in 2010, is one of the cannabis industry’s oldest licensed testing labs and the first to develop a national hemp testing panel. The company is licensed and accredited in California, Oregon, Colorado, Michigan, and Arizona.

The combination brings together three of the longest standing and most respected cannabis and hemp testing organizations in the U.S. and forms the foundation of a national testing network. The combination brings value to both the hemp and cannabis industries, ranging from access to a broader range of testing resources, improved data delivery, innovative science, instrument redundancy and increased testing capacity, and improved operations to accelerate turnaround times.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a full-time Sampler/Courier to join the team at our Tigard, Oregon lab facility. Must be comfortable working with and around cannabis products and have the experience and ability to transport samples and relevant documentation safely and securely to the Laboratory for processing.

• We are considering applicants who currently reside in the Tigard, Oregon region.
• Previous experience working in the legal cannabis industry in a Sampler position, and/or previous Sampling experience in another industry will be preferred.

Schedule:

Full-time, Monday to Friday (flexibility required), up to 40 hours per week. Scheduling can begin to be discussed during the interview process, if you are selected for an interview. Ideal candidates will have schedule flexibility, able to adapt to daily schedule changes, based on the needs of the operations.

Pay Rate:

This full-time hourly non-exempt position will start at $21.00 per hour.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 25 years of age, as required for driving regulations.
• A minimum of 1-year previous experience in a delivery driver/courier position.
• Prior experience and ability shown to follow a scheduled route.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Physical:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Full use of upper and lower extremities to drive a company vehicle for extended periods of time.

Specific Duties/Responsibilities:

• Follow all internal laboratory and State regulations while taking samples and driving to and from the laboratory/clients’ sampling site.
• Interact with customers during sample collection and submission.
• Coordinate with Field Operations Lead and our Customer Service Account Managers to maximize sample collection.
• Support laboratory-based functions including sample intake/preparation, etc.
• Complete vehicle operational logs and minor maintenance as needed.
• Follow good documentation practices, data integrity principles, and safety behaviors.
• Promote a professional company image through exemplary customer relationship skills.
• Strive to maximize route efficiency.
• Read the daily schedule to resupply a region’s sample containers.
• Preserve samples during transportation per relevant procedure.
• Maintain records of samples and transportation data per relevant procedure.
• Safely transport samples to the laboratory.
• Perform other activities as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of full-time experience working in a real-world work environment, experience working in an operational lab or similar environment is desired.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and be an effective communicator, work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• The use of a company vehicle equipped for sample transportation.

Education:

Two (2) years of college education (preferably in a scientific discipline) OR High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 1-2 years of previous work experience.

IMPORTANT:

All applicants selected for an interview will need to provide a current DMV printout at the time of the interview, showing a clean driving record of at least the past 6 years.

All employment offers will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

SC Labs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.