Lab Technician

Laboratory Technician Job Description: The Laboratory Technician supports manufacturing operations by conducting laboratory analyses and evaluating results to provide critical data for operational decisions. Responsibilities include preparing samples, performing basic calibrations, conducting preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting laboratory instrumentation and methods. The technician utilizes data systems to acquire data, monitor analytical system performance, and report results to internal clients. This role requires technical proficiency in analytical scientific methods or operational processes to perform a variety of activities. The Laboratory Technician may serve as an informal resource for team members with less experience. Responsibilities and Duties: Perform routine laboratory analyses as required. Collect samples in accordance with the Sample Plan. Prepare basic calibration standards. Conduct basic calibration and preventative maintenance of analytical systems. Evaluate data validity, apply basic statistical analysis, interpret results, and initiate appropriate actions. Monitor analytical systems, identify problems, conduct first-line troubleshooting, and escalate issues as needed. Document, communicate, and archive analytical and calibration data accurately. Adhere to Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHandS), and Operating Discipline Management System (ODMS) procedures and practices. Recommend improvements to laboratory work processes and tools. Escalate non-routine requests or issues to appropriate team members for further action. Perform additional duties including environmental rounds, wastewater pond operation and treatment, and confirmation of raw materials. Other Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Ability to climb stairs and ladders Willingness to work in an outdoor environment Experience and Education: Completion of Vocational or Upper Secondary Education (e.g., High School Diploma), plus laboratory, manufacturing, or related experience. Coursework beyond Upper Secondary Education in chemistry or a related field is preferred. As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.Why Kelly® Science & Clinical? Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed. About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.