Lab Assistant (Mid)

TekWissen LLC; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Job summary

TekWissen Group in Muscatine, IA hires a Lab Assistant (Mid) for a 6‑month onsite assignment. The role involves routine analytical testing in a 24/7 lab, data support for process and quality control, and operating laboratory information systems.

The candidate should have 3–4 years of chemical analysis experience, with basic HPLC/GC knowledge, strong record-keeping, and safety awareness. Overtime and night shifts apply.

Qualifications

• Accurate record-keeping and ISO compliance are required.
• Daily instrument calibrations and safety practices must be maintained.
• Background in chemical analyses with 3–4 years of experience preferred; basic HPLC/GC knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze samples using analytical equipment (pH meters, density meters, viscometers) and operate LIMS.
• Maintain documentation, perform calibrations, and ensure safety practices.
• Troubleshoot instrument issues and apply knowledge of hazardous waste regulations when needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Troubleshooting instruments

Data recording

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. This client is a German multinational Pharmaceutical and biotechnology company and one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world, headquartered in Leverkusen, and areas of business include pharmaceuticals; consumer healthcare products, agricultural chemicals, seeds and biotechnology products.

Job Title: Lab Assistant (Mid)

Location: Muscatine, IA, 52761

Duration: 6 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Onsite

Shift Timings: Monday To Friday (10:30 PM - 06:30 PM)

Job Description:

• The job involves performing routine analytical testing in a 24/7 laboratory environment, providing data for various purposes including process and quality control.

Key responsibilities:

• Preparing and analyzing samples using analytical equipment (pH meters, density meters, viscometers, etc.) and operating laboratory information systems.
• The role requires accurate record-keeping, compliance with ISO standards, daily instrument calibrations, and maintaining safety practices.
• Candidates should have knowledge of hazardous waste regulations and possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot instrument issues.
• A background in chemical analyses and 3-4 years of experience is preferred, along with basic knowledge of HPLC and GC operations.
• This shift covers 10:30pm - 6:30am Monday through Friday but applicants must be flexible with shifts, including some overtime as the business needs.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.