Lab Assistant

Kelly Services; Signal Hill (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services in Signal Hill, CA is seeking a Lab Assistant for a contract-to-hire position. The role involves receiving and managing inbound samples, ensuring supplies, and supporting quality control in a fast-paced lab.

The ideal candidate has a BS degree or equivalent experience, 1–2 years in a lab, and is able to obtain a TWIC credential. Strong communication and safety adherence are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent experience is helpful.
• 1–2 years laboratory experience; fresh grads considered but preferred some experience.
• TWIC credential is required or obtainable.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with strong time management and organization.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Adherence to safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receives, examines, and records inbound samples.
• Delivers test samples to the staging area.
• Monitors supplies for testing and communicates needs to the Laboratory Manager.
• Performs testing and quality control as proficiency is demonstrated.
• Prepares samples and calibrates equipment for testing.
• Verifies and communicates results; enters data for traceability.
• Maintains documentation, equipment, and work areas.
• May assist in training less experienced employees.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Lab Assistant

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Lab Assistant for a contract-to-hire position at a cutting-edge client in Signal Hill, CA. If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Pay: $21-23/hr

Schedule: Mon-Fri Day Shift

Overview

In this role, you’ll receive and manage inbound samples for testing, ensure supplies are available for laboratory operations, and support quality control and safety procedures in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Receives, examines, and records through a login process, inbound samples for testing
• Delivers test samples to the staging area
• Monitors the availability of supplies needed for testing processes and communicates needs to the Laboratory Manager
• After demonstrating proficiency, performs testing of samples and quality control specimens using specified methodology. Reviews results, issues analysis to clients as delegated
• Prepares samples and quality control specimens, standardizes reagents and solutions, calibrates equipment required for testing
• Verifies and communicates results, enters data into instrument logs, control charts, calibration records, laboratory worksheets, and other required media for traceability
• Maintains documentation, equipment, and work areas in a neat, orderly, and safe condition
• May assist in training less experienced employees upon proficiency
• Follows all responsibilities in adherence to the Company’s Safety Policy and Procedures, and all other Company policies
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent experience helpful
• 1-2 years experience in a laboratory environment; open to fresh grads but prefer at least some (<1 year) work experience
• Must have or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Be aware of and adhere to safety practices and policies
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
• Detail-oriented with effective time management and organization skills
• Effective communication and interaction skills, both verbal and written
• Possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform job duties
• Customer focused and quality driven
• Ability to travel as business needs dictate

Preferred Requirements and Qualifications

• Ability and experience to handle chemical and petroleum products