Laboratory Technician I

Kelly Services; Budd Lake (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Transit spending account

Job summary

Kelly Services in Mount Olive, NJ is seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician I to support daily operations in a GLP-compliant environment. This entry-level role is ideal for recent life sciences graduates or individuals with foundational lab experience who want hands-on exposure to environmental fate, metabolism, and analytical studies.

The position is on-site in Mount Olive, offers a full-time schedule with standard business hours, and compensation of $20–$22 per hour.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent; strong interest in life sciences.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Biology/Chemistry/Environmental Science with 0–2 years experience.
• Experience: Prior lab or analytical setting experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support scientific staff by performing routine lab tasks and maintaining equipment.
• Ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards (GLP compliant).
• Accurately document all work and follow SOPs.
• Collaborate with laboratory staff and scientists; provide clear verbal and written updates.
• Maintain lab cleanliness, organize supplies, and perform routine lab maintenance.
• Assist with routine calibration and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Receive training in GLPs, Radioactive Safety, USDA Regulated Soil, and SOPs.

Skills

SOPs & GLP compliance

Communication skills

Laboratory procedures

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Word/Excel

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (Biology/Chemistry/Env. Science)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Laboratory Technician I | Mount Olive, NJ

Launch your career in a regulated, science-driven laboratory environment!

We’re seeking a detail-oriented and safety-focused Laboratory Technician I to support daily operations in a GLP-compliant lab. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for recent life sciences graduates or individuals with foundational lab experience to gain hands‑on exposure to environmental fate, metabolism, and analytical studies.

Pay & Schedule

• Pay Rate: $20-22/hr

• Schedule: Full-time, standard business hours (with potential for flexibility based on lab needs)

• Location: Mount Olive, NJ 07828

The Role: What You’ll Do

As a Laboratory Technician I, you’ll support scientific staff by performing routine lab tasks, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

• Lab Operations: Perform daily laboratory duties including weighing, sample extraction, separation, and concentration under the direction of scientific staff.

• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to all laboratory safety practices, GLP regulations, and government guidelines.

• Documentation: Accurately document all work performed and maintain compliance with SOPs.

• Communication: Collaborate effectively with laboratory staff and scientists; provide clear verbal and written updates.

• Lab Maintenance: Prepare routine solutions, wash glassware, organize supplies, and maintain overall lab cleanliness and functionality.

• Equipment Support: Perform routine calibration and maintenance of lab equipment as needed.

• Training: Receive required training in GLPs, Radioactive Safety, USDA Regulated Soil, and SOPs to support basic laboratory work.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

This is an active, on‑site lab role with routine physical demands.

• Mobility: Ability to stand for extended periods and move around the lab frequently.

• Lifting: Occasional lifting of lab materials and equipment (up to 25 lbs).

• Environment: Work with hazardous chemicals and biological materials in a regulated laboratory setting.

Qualifications

We’re looking for candidates who meet one of the following:

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent with a strong interest in life sciences.

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, etc.) with 0–2 years of experience.

• Experience: Prior lab or analytical setting experience is a plus but not required.

Core Skills

• Ability to follow SOPs, policies, and GLP regulations with precision.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Attention to experimental detail and ability to execute scientific procedures.

• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.).

• Willingness to learn and become self‑sufficient in daily lab responsibilities.

• Ability to perform routine equipment calibration and maintenance.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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