Sample Management Technician I (Environmental Lab)

Description

At SPL, the work you do matters. Our teams provide trusted energy and environmental testing and measurement solutions that protect communities, support critical infrastructure, and safeguard the environment. With a nationwide footprint and opportunities for growth across multiple locations and disciplines, SPL is a place where you can build a career while making a real-world impact.

We’re searching for a detail-oriented Sample Management Technician I to join our laboratory team in Reading, PA.

In this role, you’ll handle the intake, documentation, and organization of environmental samples to support compliance and decision-making. From logging samples into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to overseeing storage and distribution, your work ensures accuracy, efficiency, and integrity across the lab.

What You’ll Do

• Receive and document samples from clients, couriers, shipping, laboratory, and/or field staff
• Verify that all samples meet condition standards and comply with organizational policies, quality requirements, and applicable regulatory guidelines
• Accurately record sample information, details, and required analyses in laboratory software system
• Label, organize, and distribute samples to appropriate personnel in a timely manner
• Maintain orderly and secure sample storage areas and oversee the proper placement, retrieval, and disposal of samples in accordance with established protocols
• Prepare sample kits and manage outbound shipments as required
• Provide assistance to colleagues and support related operational functions, including inventory management, supply preparation, and general support activities
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment in alignment with company standards and safety requirements
• Complete assigned tasks within established timelines while upholding accuracy, quality, and procedural standards
• Perform other duties as assigned, within the scope of the position and training provided

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field preferred
• Prior laboratory, sample handling, or regulated work environment experience preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook) 
• Strong attention to detail with effective organizational and time-management skills 

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

Work Schedule & Travel

• Full-time, onsite position following a standard Monday through Friday schedule
• Flexibility to work beyond standard hours, including evenings or weekends, as operational needs require

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At SPL, we believe that a diverse team is a strong team. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities or for sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please let us know.

Visa Sponsorship

At this time, SPL is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position. We sincerely appreciate your interest and understanding, and we encourage you to explore other opportunities with us that may be a fit in the future.