Sampling Agent - PA Laboratory
Sampling Agent - Cannabis Laboratory
US Cannalytics - Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Full-Time | Monday-Friday | Day Shift
$18.00-$20.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)
Overview
US Cannalytics is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Sampling Agent to join our growing team in the medical cannabis industry. This full-time field-based position is responsible for collecting cannabis and cannabis product samples from licensed grower and processor facilities while ensuring compliance with Pennsylvania cannabis regulations and laboratory procedures.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys travel, hands-on work, client interaction, and working in a fast-paced compliance-driven environment. The Sampling Agent plays a critical role in maintaining sample integrity, accurate documentation, and secure transportation of cannabis products to the laboratory. This position requires frequent travel throughout Pennsylvania, including mandatory overnight stays approximately once per week based on sampling routes and client scheduling needs.
Responsibilities
Travel daily to licensed cannabis grower and processor facilities throughout Pennsylvania
Perform random and representative compliance sampling of cannabis and cannabis products
Follow strict aseptic techniques during sample collection to prevent contamination
Accurately complete chain-of-custody forms, manifests, and electronic documentation using Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Ensure secure and compliant transportation of samples to the laboratory
Assist with laboratory intake, accessioning, inventory tracking, and documentation
Maintain clean and organized sampling kits, laboratory spaces, and transport vehicles
Communicate professionally with clients and laboratory management regarding scheduling, field scenarios, or unexpected requests
Adhere to all company policies, laboratory procedures, and Pennsylvania cannabis regulations
Perform additional duties as assigned by management
Qualifications
Required:
Must be at least 21 years old
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to meet PA state cannabis employment requirements
Reliable transportation
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Comfortable with frequent travel and extended time driving
Preferred:
2+ years of customer service experience
Experience in cannabis, laboratory, inventory, or regulated industries
Familiarity with aseptic technique or laboratory documentation practices
Work Environment
Employees in this role may experience:
Frequent travel throughout Pennsylvania
Extended periods inside a motor vehicle
Exposure to loud noises, fumes, airborne particles, and varying environmental conditions
Video and/or audio surveillance in laboratory environments
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Fast-paced laboratory and field environments with frequent interruptions
Physical Requirements
Frequently stand, walk, sit, reach, talk, and hear
Occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds
Ability to work in non-ambient environmental conditions during field sampling
Strong visual attention to detail and ability to consistently produce accurate work
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle for extended periods
Schedule
Full-Time
Monday-Friday
Day Shift
Must be willing and able to travel extensively throughout Pennsylvania, including overnight stays at least once per week.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Mileage reimbursement when applicable
Work Location
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania - In Person