Lab Technician – Entry‑Level QC (2nd Shift)

Kelly Services; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Transit spending account

Eight paid holidays per benefit year

Job summary

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join a leading specialty chemicals manufacturer in Cleveland, Ohio. This entry-level role offers hands-on laboratory experience while supporting quality control operations in a manufacturing setting.

You will perform analytical testing on raw materials and finished products, generate COAs, and document results, working closely with production and quality teams. Monday–Friday 2nd shift with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or another Natural Science discipline.
• Laboratory experience gained through academic coursework, internships, research projects, or previous employment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established testing procedures.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing and production-support environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control testing on incoming raw materials and finished products.
• Conduct wet chemistry analyses including viscosity, refractive index, titrations, boiling point determinations, and gas chromatography.
• Evaluate foundry and sand‑based products through strength, tensile, and compressibility testing.
• Review and interpret test results to verify product quality and release materials for production.
• Generate Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and maintain accurate laboratory records.
• Assist with laboratory housekeeping, inventory management, and equipment calibration.
• Document and report nonconforming materials and quality concerns.
• Follow established laboratory procedures, safety standards, and quality guidelines.
• Collaborate with production personnel and supervisors to support manufacturing goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Laboratory experience

Manufacturing environment familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related natural science

Job description

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join a leading specialty chemicals manufacturer in Cleveland, Ohio. This entry-level role offers hands-on laboratory experience while supporting quality control operations in a manufacturing setting.

You will perform analytical testing on raw materials and finished products, generate COAs, and document results, working closely with production and quality teams. Monday–Friday 2nd shift with overtime as needed.