Entry Level Lab Technician

Randstad USA; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA in Columbia, TN is seeking a detail-oriented Lab Technician for a 1-year temp-to-hire assignment. You will perform analytical testing, support product development, and participate in a structured onboarding program designed for long-term success.

The role requires a High School diploma, strong safety awareness, and proficiency with Excel and Word. Work hours are 9 to 5 on-site, with benefits offered after conversion based on eligibility.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills including word processing and spreadsheets.
• Excellent communication and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing and sample preparation per SOPs and safety standards.
• Operate, clean, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and logs.
• Record, organize, and review test data using Excel and Word.
• Maintain organized inventory, supplies and safe work areas.
• Communicate observations and results to cross-functional teams.

Skills

Chemistry

Quality Control

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

job summary: Elevate your laboratory career with a premier industry team in Columbia, TN! We are seeking detail-oriented Lab Technicians for a 1-year temp-to-hire opportunity with strong conversion potential. Joining a collaborative environment alongside expert scientists and engineers, you will perform analytical testing, support product innovation, and undergo a robust 3-4 week structured onboarding program designed for your long-term success.

location: Columbia, Tennessee

job type: Temporary

work hours: 9 to 5

education: High School

responsibilities:

• Perform analytical testing and sample preparation following established SOPs and strict safety standards.
• Operate, clean, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment logs.
• Accurately record, organize, and review test data using Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Maintain organized inventory, supplies, and safe work areas to ensure efficient operations.
• Communicate test observations, results, and technical issues clearly to cross-functional teams.

qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and extreme attention to detail.
• Basic computer proficiency, including data entry in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills and a coachable, collaborative mindset.

Preferred:

• Associate Degree or technical certification in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Engineering Technology.
• Prior R&D, quality control, or testing laboratory experience.

skills:

Chemistry, Quality Control (QC)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• medical
• prescription
• dental
• vision
• AD&D
• life insurance offerings
• short-term disability
• 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility)

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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