Second-Shift Lab Assistant: Blood Products Production

Kelly Services; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Laboratory Assistant in Minneapolis, MN for the second shift (2:00 PM–10:30 PM) on a contract basis with potential for permanent hire after 6–12 months. Pay rate is $22/hour, with duties including processing raw biological materials and maintaining production equipment.

The role requires a high school diploma (AS/BS encouraged), 1–2 years of lab/production experience, and comfort handling blood products. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Fresh graduates with an AS/BS science degree are encouraged to apply
• Experience: 1–2 years of laboratory or production experience
• Additional: Willingness to handle blood and blood-derived materials from cows and pigs
• Ability to work on the second shift
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently on routine tasks
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable with repetitive tasks and shifting priorities as needed

Responsibilities

• Process raw biological materials, including bovine and porcine blood, for use in manufacturing products
• Clean and maintain production equipment, containers, and work areas
• Accurately complete batch records and all required documentation
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality control

Communication skills

Teamwork

Second shift

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

AS/BS science degree encouraged

Job description

Kelly Services is seeking a Laboratory Assistant in Minneapolis, MN for the second shift (2:00 PM–10:30 PM) on a contract basis with potential for permanent hire after 6–12 months. Pay rate is $22/hour, with duties including processing raw biological materials and maintaining production equipment.

The role requires a high school diploma (AS/BS encouraged), 1–2 years of lab/production experience, and comfort handling blood products. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.