Hybrid Laboratory Retain Supervisor na Camin Cargo Control

Laboratory Retain Supervisor   Revision    2/9/2023    Rev 1

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Laboratory Retain Supervisor

1.0    Corporate Job Title

Laboratory Retain Supervisor

2.0    Reporting Relationships

Laboratory Supervisor or designee.

3.0    Position Summary

Supervises and coordinates day-to-day functions of the retain area. Responsible for overseeing all activities/duties related to sample retain and disposal.  Duties include proper storage of samples, entering sample information and storage location into database, disposing of samples, maintaining the sample retain area in a clean and organized manner and other general lab duties as determined by Laboratory Management.

4.0    Minimum Requirements

•    Requires a H.S. Degree (or equivalent).  

•    Must demonstrate ability to grasp new procedures quickly and be capable of working independently upon completion of training. 

•    Must pass pulmonary test for respirator use.

5.0    Responsibilities

As instructed by the Branch and/or Laboratory Manager and under the strict guidelines described in internal standard operating procedures: 

•    Ensure retain staff are following all documented safety requirements as defined by company safety program. 

•    Uses sound judgement and discretion in supervising and scheduling the work activities of retain staff consistent with accepted operating practices and procedures.  

•    Supervises the maintenance and control of the sample retain and disposal areas, including following standard cradle-to-grave company or client requirements. 

•    Assists in training of new retain technicians.

•    Ensure the retain area in a clean, neat, safe, and orderly manner.

•    Reports to the Laboratory Supervisor.  

6.0    Fitness for Duty – Physical Demands

Workday may consist of 8-12 hours however this can vary day to day and shift to shift. Some of the retain work is performed outdoors, wearing full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and could include possible exposure to high and low temperatures for a prolonged duration of time. Laboratory work is normally performed indoors under climate-controlled conditions. 

All times listed in the table below are approximate. 

•    Maximum Lift-Floor to knee; Knuckle to waist; Waist to shoulder

Weight Up to 45 lbs.- Duration/Day Up to 1 hours.

•    Walking

Weight Up to 45 lbs. -Duration/Day Up to 10 hours

•    Pushing-Pulling

Weight Variable-Duration/Day Up to 1 hour

•    Carrying

Weight Up to 45 lbs.- Duration/Day Up to 2 hours

•    Ascend/Descend Ladder/Stair

Weight Up to 45 lbs.- Duration/Day Up to 1 hour

•    Extended Reach

Weight Up to 45 lbs.- Duration/Day Up to 1 hour

•    Standing

Weight Up to 45 lbs.- Duration/Day Up to 12 hours

•    Crouch/Squat/Knee

Weight Up to 45 lbs.- Duration/Day Up to 1 hour

•    Tool use

Weight 5-8 lbs.- Duration/Day Up to 1 hour

•    Sitting

Weight 5-8 lbs. -Duration/Day Up to 6 hours

•    Driving

Weight N/A- Duration/Day Up to 6 hours

All are required to perform this position

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