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Lab Assistant

NMS Labs
United States, Pennsylvania, Horsham
200 Welsh Road (Show on map)
Oct 21, 2026
Title: Lab Assistant Department: Batch Assembly Team Job Type: Non-Exempt Shift - Tuesday through Saturday 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm Location: Horsham, PA Company Summary: NMS Labs has developed an extensive menu of more than 2,500 tests to support clients in forensic, criminalistic, public health and clinical fields. For over 50 years, our clients have relied on NMS Labs for unique testing solutions that demonstrate our company core values of Quality, Integrity, Service, Innovation and Engagement. As we work to increase the company's positive impact on public health and public safety, we are seeking talented professionals to join us for the journey! We invite you to learn more about our company by visiting NMSLabs.com. Summary: This position involves batch compilation, sample delivery, and retrieval, plus various support activities. Requirements: High School Diploma Major Duties and Responsibilities: Batch compilation: Collect and organize samples for sample preparation using production management tools Collect and organize calibration/control/internal standard/blank materials for sample preparation Compile and label tubes/vials for sample preparation Transport batch delivery and pick-up from testing departments Retrieve & transport specimens under COC from Processing to Lab Re-stock laboratory supplies as needed Monitor equipment maintenance through TempTrak; clean and respond to alerts as needed Re-locate samples/QC materials in the event a unit goes down Participate in departmental meetings and projects Maintain regular and reliable attendance Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge of chain of custody procedures Exhibit professional and effective interpersonal skills Possess good organizational skills Ability to read and comprehend company procedures and apply them to work operations Must be detail-oriented and able to work with a high degree of accuracy Must be flexible in scheduling and available for overtime as required Good customer service focus and ability to work as part of a team Ability to adapt to change Clear, neat and legible penmanship Physical Demands Ability to talk, hear, stand, reach with hands and arms, and use hands and fingers to manipulate instrument/equipment controls, computer keyboard, office equipment, objects, or tools Moving from one work location to another to sit and stand, sometimes for extended periods of time Vision (with correction) including color, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus Lifting objects up to 10 lbs. Ability to travel as needed for court testimony and/or training. Exposure to intermittent or constant sounds generated by equipment. Exposure to fumes, noxious odors and dust. Handling of biological material and blood-borne pathogens. Handling of toxic or caustic chemicals. Offers of employment are made contingent upon nationwide background investigation and urine drug screen with results satisfactory to standards of employment at NMS. We are an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship status, otherwise qualified disability, or protected veteran status (disabled Armed Forces Service medal, recently separated, active duty or campaign badge), domestic violence victim status, arrest record, or predisposing genetic characteristics.