Scientific - Laboratory Technician Lv3

HireTalent; Paris (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food safety sector is seeking a Laboratory Technician III for a 6-month contract in Paris, IL. The role involves performing routine analytical testing, supporting quality assurance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in laboratory practices and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Four years of related work experience required.
• Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and management.
• Experience in a laboratory or food manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical and laboratory testing.
• Analyze data to identify problems and determine corrective actions.
• Maintain laboratory supplies and handle clerical tasks.

Skills

Laboratory instrumentation

Data analysis

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ISO 17025 standards

Job description

Job Title: Laboratory Technician 3

Location: PARIS, IL

Duration: 6 months on W2

Shift: Mon - Fri, 3rd shift from 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM CST

Job Description:

The Laboratory Technician III will perform routine analytical and laboratory testing to support food safety, quality, and operational teams. Responsibilities include routine analysis of in-process and final products, monitoring instrumentation performance, and documenting test results in databases. Effective communication of results, both verbal and written, is essential.

Responsibilities:

1. Apply safe laboratory practices to ensure personal and team safety, including equipment checks, safety meetings, and preventive maintenance and calibration of complex instruments.
2. Support trials and experiments under supervision of senior team members.
3. Analyze data to identify problems and determine corrective actions.
4. Assist in evaluating and interpreting complex data, especially atypical test results, consulting with senior staff as needed.
5. Maintain laboratory supplies by inventorying, ordering, and verifying stock receipt.
6. Handle clerical, administrative, technical, or customer support issues with minimal supervision, escalating complex issues appropriately.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and management, ISO 17025 standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One or more years of experience in a laboratory or food manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's degree (entry-level candidates with preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply).