Laboratory Technician

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom is hiring a Lab Technician for a client in Rockford, IL. This role involves lab work, precise measurement with a scale, and operating moderately complex equipment in a powder coatings lab.

The position is a 9-month contract, 40 hours per week, first shift with no overtime. Candidates may have a 4-year degree, an associate's degree, or a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Lab work and technical tasks in a laboratory setting.
• Measuring accurately with a scale.
• Operating laboratory equipment with safety and instruction follow-through.
• Reading, testing and observational skills are essential.
• Powder coatings laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests using conventional and computerized machines and aids.
• Measure accurately with scales and follow safety/work instructions.
• Set up, readjust and operate laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Lab work

Measurement

Equipment operation

Safety

Reading

Testing

Observation

Education

4-year degree

Associate degree

HS diploma

Job description

Kelly is hiring a Lab Technician for one of our clients in Rockford, IL

• Pay Rate: $21.00/hr
• Candidates CAN have a 4 year degree, associate's degree or HS diploma.
• 1st shift standard business hours. 40 hours/ week with no OT.
• 9 month contract (may be extended or converted to perm)

This job will include lab work, measuring accurately with scale, operating somewhat complex equipment while following safety and work instructions, keeping work place clean, good reading, testing and observational skills. This is a powder coatings laboratory.

Performs laboratory tests or other laboratory work using conventional and computerized machines and work aids.

Performs laboratory work and tests according to prescribed standards.

Determines chemical and physical characteristics or composition.

Sets up, readjusts, and operates laboratory equipment and instruments.

Usual requirement is two years of post secondary education in field of specialty; however, some companies may accept equivalent education and experience combined.