Overnight Lab Assistant

Pacelabs; Westborough, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,405,000 - 56,019,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K retirement savings

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pace is seeking an Overnight Lab Assistant for our Westborough, MA laboratory. This entry-level role offers on-site training and no prior lab experience is required. You will support daily operations by washing, drying, and organizing glassware and assisting the lab team during night shifts.

Compensation starts at $17.00 per hour with a comprehensive benefits program for full-time staff. This position emphasizes dependability, attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No previous laboratory experience required; training provided.
• Dependability and attention to detail are essential.
• Good organizational and communication skills; ability to follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Wash and clean laboratory glassware according to procedures.
• Dry, organize, and return glassware to correct locations.
• Transport glassware between designated areas.
• Dispose of broken glassware per safety procedures.
• Monitor and restock laboratory supplies and materials.
• Keep washing and storage areas clean, safe, and organized.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Assist lab team with basic support tasks and data entry.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Overnight Lab AssistantApply: On-site: Westborough, MA: Full time: Posted Today: JR262779Shift:Saturday - Wednesday 11:00 PM - 7:30 AMAre you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.Schedule: Saturday - Wednesday 11:00 PM - 7:30 AMCompensation: $17.00 per hour## ## Make an Impact. Build a CareerAt Pace, everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. Since 1978, we have continued developing innovative practices that support sustainability and provide our partners with accurate quality data when it matters most.We are looking for a dependable and motivated **Lab Assistant** to support the daily operations of our environmental testing laboratory. This is an **entry-level position**, and **no previous laboratory experience is required**. We will provide the training you need to be successful.This role is primarily responsible for **washing, drying, organizing, and returning laboratory glassware**. It is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, staying organized, and helping a team operate efficiently.## ## ## What You’ll Do* Wash and clean laboratory glassware according to established procedures.* Dry, organize, and return clean glassware to the correct laboratory locations.* Pick up and transport glassware between designated laboratory areas.* Keep the glassware washing and storage areas clean, safe, and organized.* Properly dispose of broken glassware according to established health and safety procedures.* Monitor and restock laboratory supplies and other commonly used materials.* Help maintain the general cleanliness and organization of the laboratory.* Follow established safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.* Assist laboratory team members with other basic support activities as needed.* Complete simple documentation or data entry related to assigned work.* Work cooperatively with laboratory staff and contribute to a positive, respectful workplace.## What You’ll Bring* High school diploma or equivalent.* **No previous laboratory experience required.*** Willingness and ability to learn established cleaning and safety procedures.* Dependability and attention to detail.* Good organizational and communication skills.* Ability to follow written and verbal directions.* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.* Ability to perform repetitive, hands-on tasks and remain standing for extended periods.* Ability to work in a laboratory environment and wear required personal protective equipment, including a lab coat, safety glasses, and gloves.Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.Benefits When you join Pace, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.***Equal Opportunity Employer****Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.*