Entry Level Laboratory Technician

HarveStaff; Filer (ID); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

HarveStaff LLC in Idaho is seeking an entry level Laboratory Technician to support lab-scale sample generation, testing, and evaluation for customer programs, product research, and manufacturing activities.

This contract role requires basic chemistry knowledge, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work safely in a laboratory while coordinating with multiple teams and supervisors; drug screening will be required.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of laboratory, technical, manufacturing, or related experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical and stoichiometric calculations.
• Good equipment troubleshooting and maintenance skills.
• Strong documentation and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively with technical, manufacturing, research, and customer-facing teams.
• Good computer skills and ability to use technical software.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, timely results.

Responsibilities

• Generate and evaluate lab-scale samples for customer technical programs, research projects, and manufacturing support.
• Conduct testing and property evaluations and provide relevant information for technical decisions.
• Troubleshoot, operate, and maintain laboratory and production‑support equipment.
• Support routine processing, property evaluation, and machine‑scale‑up activities.
• Maintain accurate laboratory logs, notebooks, computer records, and other required documentation.
• Conduct internet and technical information searches to support problem‑solving activities.
• Perform stoichiometric calculations using computer programs or manual calculations.
• Communicate results and technical information in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, research, and other technical teams.
• Interact directly with customers when required.
• Manage multiple tasks and work effectively with multiple technical supervisors.
• Follow all applicable EHS, SOP, and Responsible Care requirements.

Job description

Entry Level Laboratory Technician

JOB-10047772

Anticipated Start Date

October 20, 2026

Location

Filer, ID

Type of Employment

Contract

Employer Info

As a global leader in agriculture enterprise, our client is recognized for their multiple brands and renowned reputation. Their research and development teams combine knowledge and ingenuity to create the most innovative ideas. With their cutting‑edge products, they have a common goal: improved quality of life for all.

Job Summary

If you're interested in an Entry Level Laboratory Technician job, then this is the best role for you!

This role performs laboratory-scale sample generation, testing, and evaluation to support customer technical programs, product and process research, and manufacturing activities. The role also supports equipment maintenance, process scale‑up, technical troubleshooting, and timely delivery of accurate results.

Job Description

• Generate and evaluate lab-scale samples for customer technical programs, research projects, and manufacturing support.
• Conduct testing and property evaluations and provide relevant information for technical decisions.
• Troubleshoot, operate, and maintain laboratory and production‑support equipment.
• Support routine processing, property evaluation, and machine‑scale‑up activities.
• Maintain accurate laboratory logs, notebooks, computer records, and other required documentation.
• Conduct internet and technical information searches to support problem‑solving activities.
• Perform stoichiometric calculations using computer programs or manual calculations.
• Communicate results and technical information in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, research, and other technical teams.
• Interact directly with customers when required.
• Manage multiple tasks and work effectively with multiple technical supervisors.
• Follow all applicable EHS, SOP, and Responsible Care requirements.

Skills Required

• 1–3 years of laboratory, technical, manufacturing, or related experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical and stoichiometric calculations.
• Good equipment troubleshooting and maintenance skills.
• Strong documentation and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively with technical, manufacturing, research, and customer-facing teams.
• Good computer skills and ability to use technical software.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, timely results.

Education/Training/Certifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Relevant education or training in chemistry, chemical engineering, laboratory science, materials science, or a related technical field preferred.
• Training in laboratory safety, EHS, SOPs, and Responsible Care practices is preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to pass drug screenings and criminal background checks.
• Start Time: 07:00 AM
• Must be able to work safely in a laboratory and manufacturing-support environment.
• Must follow all EHS, SOP, and Responsible Care rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Ability to work with more than one technical supervisor and across multiple functions.
• Ability to provide timely and accurate results to support product quality and customer requirements.

Pay Rate/Salary

• Estimated Salary: $16.51 to $24.51 per hour. Compensation will be offered within this posted range based on experience, skills, and market factors.

Equal Opportunity Statement

HarveStaff LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.