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Labcorp

Specimen Processor

Tukwila, WA

$21.65/hr

High school diploma or GED or equivalent Preferred Qualifications: * 6 Months or more medical office or hospital data entry * 6 months or more specimen processing * Associate's Degree Additional Job ...

Labcorp

Specimen Processor

Tukwila, WA

$21.65/hr

High school diploma or GED or equivalent Preferred Qualifications: * 6 Months or more medical office or hospital data entry * 6 months or more specimen processing * Associate's Degree Additional Job ...

Charlie's Produce

Food Processing Packaging Associate

WA · On-site

$21 - $24/hr

Our state of the art processing plant provides fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, an expanded salad line, and a USDA-certified hot kitchen. We partner with local vendors to offer our customers fresh ...

RTCA

Manufacturing Engineering Associate I

Fife, WA · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

Gain exposure to aerospace manufacturing processes including CNC machining, assembly, deburr ... Associate Compensation range for onsite Washington applicants is $20 -$23 per hour commensurate ...

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How much do processing associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for processing associate in Seattle, WA is $20.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $23.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Processing Associates?

Processing Associates are professionals responsible for handling, organizing, and processing various types of data, documents, or materials within a company. They often work in administrative, financial, or operational departments to ensure that information is accurately recorded, processed, and transmitted to the appropriate teams or systems. Their duties may include data entry, verifying records, managing workflows, and maintaining documentation standards. Processing Associates play a crucial role in ensuring efficient and accurate operations within their organization.

What is the difference between Processing Associate vs Data Entry Clerk?

AspectProcessing AssociateData Entry Clerk
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may prefer certifications in data managementHigh school diploma; basic computer skills
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, often in finance, healthcare, or logisticsOffice or remote, primarily data input tasks
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial institutions, healthcare providers, logistics companiesAdministrative departments, data management firms
Common Search & ComparisonProcessing Associate vs Data Entry Clerk

Processing Associates typically handle more complex data processing tasks, verifying and managing information, while Data Entry Clerks focus mainly on inputting data accurately. Both roles require attention to detail and basic computer skills, but Processing Associates often work in specialized industries with additional responsibilities.

What are some common challenges a Processing Associate may face during peak periods, and how can they be managed?

Processing Associates often encounter increased workloads and tighter deadlines during peak periods, such as end-of-month or holiday seasons. To manage these challenges, effective time management, attention to detail, and strong communication with team members are essential. Many organizations provide additional support or adjust shift schedules to help maintain productivity, while experienced Processing Associates rely on established workflows and prioritize tasks to stay organized and efficient.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Processing Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Processing Associate, you need strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to accurately handle data or materials, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with data entry software, inventory management systems, or document processing tools is typically required. Reliability, time management, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for excelling in this role. These skills and qualities ensure accuracy, efficiency, and smooth workflow within processing operations.
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Infographic showing various Processing Associate job openings in Seattle, WA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,282 per year, or $20.8 per hour.
Clinical Cell Processing Associate

Clinical Cell Processing Associate

Seattle Children's Hospital

Seattle, WA

$88K - $133K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Seattle Children's rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 61 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

64th of 1,020 rated hospitals

Job description

This is an exciting position supporting the development of a new cell processing laboratory. This intermediate position requires significant understanding and some independent application and adaptation of existing and new scientific methods and knowledge in accordance with GTP, GLP, GMP, and/or FACT standards. Responsible for independently performing standardized cell processing and/or cell manufacturing procedures and techniques in a highly regulated environment for clinical cell therapy applications that are moderately complex and/or with oversight. Involves the handling, processing, cryopreservation, and Quality Control (QC) of therapeutic cellular products.  Perform analytical testing such as, but not limited to, Flow Cytometry and cell counting.  Substantial contributor to the planning, design, execution, and interpretation of process optimization experiments (process development and/or assay development); makes detailed observations, records data, and assesses the processes and results for reliability/efficacy/compliance. Drives the preparation of reports, regulatory submissions, and the drafting of standard operating procedures for novel techniques. May participate in the guidance/mentoring of junior staff.

Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering or scientific discipline.
Minimum to two (2) year’s professional experience in clinical cell therapy laboratory and/or related area/laboratory setting.
Required Credentials
N/A.
Preferred

Master’s Degree in applicable field/research specialty
Significant experience conducting processing of cell therapy products, flow cytometry in the cell therapy setting or other relevant laboratory procedures in area of specialization.

Prior experience in the development and writing of Standard Operating Procedures and/or equivalent laboratory documentation.

Compensation Range

$88,786.00 - $133,180.00 per year

Salary Information

This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.

Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants

This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.

Benefits Information

Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.  Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits.

About Us

Hope. Care. Cure. These three simple words capture what we do at Seattle Children’s – to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible.  Are you ready to engage with a mission-driven organization that is life-changing to many, and touches the hearts of all? #HOPECARECURE

Our founding promise to the community is as valid today as it was over a century ago: we will care for all children in our region, regardless of the families’ ability to pay. Together, we deliver superior patient care, advance new discoveries and treatments through pediatric research, and serve as the pediatric and adolescent, academic medical center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho – the largest region of any children’s hospital in the country.
 
U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks Seattle Children’s among the nation’s best children’s hospitals. For more than a decade, Seattle Children’s has been nationally recognized in key specialty areas. We are honored to be one of the nation’s very best places to care for children and the top-ranked pediatric hospital in Washington and the Pacific Northwest.

As a Magnet designated institution, we recognize the importance of hiring and developing great talent to provide best-in-class care to the patients and families we serve. Our organizational DNA takes form in our core values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Equity and Innovation. Whether it’s delivering frontline care to our patients in a kind and caring manner, practicing the highest standards of quality and safety, or being relentlessly curious as we work towards eradicating childhood diseases, these values are the fabric of our culture and community. The future starts here.

Our Commitment

Seattle Children’s welcomes people of all experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts as this is what drives our spirit of inquiry and allows us to better connect with our patients and families. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The people who work at Seattle Children’s are members of a community that seeks to respect and celebrate all the qualities that make each of us unique. Each of us is empowered to be ourselves.

Seattle Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace and Affirmative Action Employer.

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Based in Seattle, Washington, Seattle Children’s comprises a leading pediatric hospital, research institute, and foundation dedicated to the care and cure of childhood illness. The system is internationally recognized for cutting‑edge clinical care in cardiology, oncology, genetics, and rare disease, alongside world-class translational research in areas such as immunology, neuroscience, and infectious disease.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Seattle, WA, US

Year founded

1907

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