Sample Management Administrator - 6 Month Contract
- Mississauga, ON
- On-site
- Posted Oct 1, 2026
- 1 position
$24–$25 / hour
Opens an external site
- Employment type
- Contract
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 0+ years
- Minimum education
- College diploma
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The administrator is responsible for receiving, unpacking, and managing laboratory samples while ensuring compliance with SGS standard operating procedures. They must also enter sample data into LIMS, generate labels, and maintain the organization of the laboratory storage area.
Job details
Company Description We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Job Description Receiving laboratory supplies and samples ensuring delivery correctness Maintaining compliance to relevant SGS SOP’s and completing any relevant forms. Record keeping of shipping temperature monitoring devices upon receipt Unpacking and placing samples and materials into appropriate storage. Reporting any broken or damaged sample receipt and any sample information discrepancies to relevant department or client. Maintaining and following up with relevant department or client regarding samples placed on hold due to lack of information or damages. Entering the sample information into LIMS as per SGS procedures and identifying the testing requirements provided by client. Generating Lab-sheets and sample labels Delivering samples into appropriate testing and storage locations Delivering Lab-sheets into appropriate departments Maintaining sample receiving area organized and free of clutter Managing the archiving of the samples Responsible for the proper disposal of samples as per SGS LSS guidelines Qualifications Minimum of a community college diploma Over one year’s experience in an administrative or technical role Prior technical experience in a chemistry related role Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast paced, highly professional environment. Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions / Standard Operating Procedures in a safe, accurate and timely manner Must be highly organized and able to work effectively and efficiently in a demanding environment with frequently changing priorities Ability to work well with others & independently Additional Information Salary: $24.25 - $25.00/Hour SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process. Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada. Compensation: CAD 24.25 - CAD 25.00 - hourly
What you’ll do
The administrator is responsible for receiving, unpacking, and managing laboratory samples while ensuring compliance with SGS standard operating procedures. They must also enter sample data into LIMS, generate labels, and maintain the organization of the laboratory storage area.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a community college diploma and at least one year of experience in an administrative or technical role, preferably within a chemistry environment. Strong organizational skills and the ability to follow strict safety and quality protocols are essential.
Listed skills
- Project Coordination · Preferred
- Attention to detail · Preferred
- record keeping · Preferred
- Data entry · Preferred
- Inventory management · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Sample management
- Laboratory operations
- Data entry
- LIMS
- Standard operating procedures
- Inventory management
- Record keeping
- Quality compliance
- Chemistry
- Project coordination
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Sample Management
- Record Keeping
- Organizational Skills
- Data Entry
- Standard Operating Procedure
- Inventory Management
- Operations
- Project Coordination
- Quality Control
- Detail Oriented
Job areas
- Science & Research
- Administrative
- Logistics
- Sample Administrator
- Unclassified Specialized Occupation
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