Night-Shift Lab Associate I

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; San Juan Capistrano (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

401(k) with company match

Annual incentive plans

Education assistance

Paid time off (vacation)

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in San Juan Capistrano, CA seeks a Lab Associate I to support laboratory operations on a night shift (Fri-Tue, 8:00 PM–4:30 AM). Position includes responsibilities from sample prep to data entry, with opportunities for performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities include specimen handling, equipment prep, inventory, and contacting licensed personnel as needed. Requires HS diploma; 1–2 years lab exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• Required: Basic knowledge of operating non-complex equipment.
• Preferred: 1-2 years of laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and organizes samples for testing (racking, aliquoting, tube prep).
• Labels, handles, processes, transports, and stores specimens.
• Identifies sample problems and assists in resolution.
• Prepares testing equipment and assists with maintenance; notifies staff of issues.
• Assists licensed personnel or supervisor in pre-analytic and post-analytic activities.
• Prepares reagents and controls and documents approval to use.
• Maintains records of reagents/media and stock.
• Manages inventory and restocks benches/equipment.

Skills

Strong typing

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Automation skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Some College Courses

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in San Juan Capistrano, CA seeks a Lab Associate I to support laboratory operations on a night shift (Fri-Tue, 8:00 PM–4:30 AM). Position includes responsibilities from sample prep to data entry, with opportunities for performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities include specimen handling, equipment prep, inventory, and contacting licensed personnel as needed. Requires HS diploma; 1–2 years lab exposure preferred.