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How much do sample testing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for sample testing in the United States is $26.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $34.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Sample Testing vs Quality Control Technician?

AspectSample TestingQuality Control Technician
CertificationsOften requires lab or technical certificationsRequires quality assurance or industry-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, testing facilitiesManufacturing plants, production lines
Primary FocusAnalyzing samples to determine properties or compositionInspecting products/processes to ensure quality standards
Industry UsageCommon in pharmaceuticals, food, materials testingCommon in manufacturing, automotive, electronics

Sample Testing involves analyzing samples to assess their properties, often in labs, while Quality Control Technicians focus on inspecting products during manufacturing to ensure they meet quality standards. Both roles are essential in quality assurance but differ in scope and environment.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in sample testing and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Sample Testing often face challenges such as managing tight deadlines while ensuring accuracy, handling a high volume of samples, and maintaining strict adherence to quality and safety protocols. To address these, it's important to develop strong organizational skills, utilize lab management software effectively, and prioritize clear communication with team members. Regular calibration of equipment and continuous training on updated testing procedures also help in minimizing errors and maintaining consistency in results.

What is sample testing?

Sample testing is the process of analyzing a portion or subset of a material, product, or data set to assess its quality, characteristics, or compliance with standards. This method is commonly used in industries like manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and environmental science to ensure that products or materials meet required specifications. By testing samples rather than entire batches, organizations can efficiently monitor quality and make informed decisions. The process typically involves selecting representative samples, performing tests in a controlled environment, and interpreting the results to draw conclusions about the larger group.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sample testing professional?

To thrive as a Sample Testing professional, you need a solid understanding of laboratory procedures, quality control protocols, and relevant scientific principles, often supported by a degree in chemistry, biology, or a related field. Familiarity with analytical instruments, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), and certifications like ISO 17025 are typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills are essential to ensure accurate results, maintain compliance, and support reliable decision-making in scientific and industrial settings.
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Infographic showing various Sample Testing job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,344 per year, or $26.1 per hour.

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Job description

Overview:

Business Title: Sample Management Coordinator II

Position Title: Lab Support Technician II

Division: Consumer Products Services

Entity: ATL

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Reports to: Manager

FLSA: Non-exempt

Hours Worked: Typically, Monday through Friday, forty-hours per week.

However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.

Position Summary:

The Sample Management Coordinator III is responsible for customer order support, such as solubilizing and plating compounds that may be highly potent and controlled substances, sample staging, and updating inventory. The role is also responsible for container direct sample submission support.

Duties and Responsibilities:

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  • Directed sample submission (DSS) support for shipping and delivery services for plated samples including inspection of inventory samples, neat sample solubilization, sample tube creation and plating activities.
  • Sample order support including:
  • Order system customer service
  • Order processing prioritization based on order comments.
  • Sample shipping and receiving
  • Support the transfer of sample submission containers and plate deliveries between buildings.
  • Inspection of sample testing plates to ensure automation systems are operating according to quality standards.
  • Communication of apparent issues to client personnel.
  • Pick/Place sample archive support for solubilized sample archive, sample staging & storage locations (including loading and unloading samples from automated storage systems, refrigerators, and freezers in our laboratories).
  • Monitor plate staging and pick-up locations: Monitor unretrieved sample plates, and support communication to biology for plate retrieval or disposal.
  • Sample storage maintenance and issue resolution support (i.e., locating misplaced samples, reorganization/loading of sample archives and sample staging locations, and ample tube auditing).
  • Organizes and manages workload to meet or exceed laboratory turnaround time and client expectations.
  • Performs all tasks and procedures with limited supervision
  • Clean, organize and maintain work area, glassware (e.g., refrigerators, freezers, and supply cabinets, as needed).
  • Participate in the laboratory inventory program that provides adequate inventories of reagents and supplies.
  • Assure the accuracy of tasks by adhering to the laboratory's SOPs.
  • Communicate effectively with team members
  • Complies with all safety guidelines.
  • Assist in administrative aspects of various departmental projects as directed.
  • Conduct verbal and written communications with internal with limited direction.
  • Follow the guidelines set forth with clients and in the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures.
  • Comply with clients and Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
  • Other duties as defined by manager, department needs and workload.

Skills & Proficiencies:

  • Must be comfortable handling chemical samples
  • Communicate professionally and concisely - both written and verbal
  • Have solid experience maintaining a high attention to detail
  • Strong experience with MS Office Suite and SharePoint sites
  • Ability to quickly understand job-specific software
  • Team-oriented and the ability to work in a collaborative environment
  • Be a proven multi-tasker that truly thrives on juggling multiple projects in a deadline driven environment
  • Possess strong organizational skills with ability to quickly assess project status and communicate it effectively.  Must be able to work with specified turnaround times in a production environment.
  • Experience in handling large quantities of samples and orders
  • Driven, energetic person coordinating activities among different areas of the department
  • Demonstrate team leadership
  • Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and complex schedules to support optimum laboratory operations
  • Technical problem solving and process improvement skills

Education and Experience:

  • Degree requirement: Associate's Degree in Chemistry or closely related field
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience of laboratory research in a highly detail-oriented environment

 

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.

Compensation Range: $22.00-$24.00 per hour  (e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as location, education, experience, and skillset).


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