Laboratory Technician

Location: Croydon

** Kelly
* * is hiring a  
** Junior R&D/TS&D Technician
** for a  
** 12 - month Contract
** role with one of our prestigious clients based out in  
** Croydon, PA 19021** .

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* Job Title:

Junior R&D/TS&D Technician*
* *
* Location:

Croydon, PA 19021*
* *
* Employment Type:

12-month long term contract*
* ** Pay rate: $20 - 28/hr. on W2*
* ** Shift &

Schedule:

Rotating 12-hour shifts*
* ** Schedule pattern:*
* ** 3 Days: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM - 1 Day Off - 3 Nights: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM - 7 Days Off*
* ** Then rotates: 4 Days: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM - 1 Day Off - 3 Nights: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM*
* *
* Job description:

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* + Provides basic technical support to Lead Scientists and Technologist Leaders in the preparation and execution of experimental activities and studies.

+ Uses existing procedures to provides technical support for product development, application development, technical service, and or product or process research.

+ In this role, you will be using standard operating procedures to complete well-defined activities to develop the technical skills required to perform routine tasks.

+ You will need to understand how these assigned tasks relate to other jobs and be able to exchange information in routine situations within your workgroup.

+ It is your responsibility to use existing procedures to resolve straightforward problems with limited opportunities to independently modify procedures or work processes.

+ You are accountable for managing your assigned tasks and the accuracy of your own work. You will receive close to moderate level of supervision and guidance in this role.

** Responsibilities - Duties, projects, tasks, and activities you would be responsible for in this role*
* Works as part of a team in a laboratory supporting chemists and engineers in developing, screening and commercializing new products and process

Manages and then safely executes laboratory work requests, maintaining and running relevant laboratory apparatus and testing equipment and documenting data Accurately and reliably records readings and observations using relevant equipment and instruments, understanding how assigned duties integrate with others in the team.

Acts responsible for calibration, safe operation, and routine maintenance of simple and moderately complex instruments or machinery, and troubleshoots faulty equipment effects repairs or initiates repair processes as appropriate

Maintains inventories of consumable materials, chemicals, and supplies related to activities by anticipating usage rates, order lead times, and ordering purchasing procedures, impacting the accuracy of own work

Promptly and effectively communicates issues to Technology Leader or lead scientists in order to enable or accelerate problem resolution

Actively participate in work group team meetings to address safety, process improvement, problem solving, and other work group, department, and functional topics

Qualifications

A High School diploma (or equivalent) and 3 years of laboratory experience required (Local requirements may vary).

Associates Degree with emphasis in Chemistry, Biology, or similar technology related area + relevant work experience preferred.

** Day-to-Day Responsibilities*
* Perform basic laboratory analyses

** Sample preparation and analysis, including:*
* Weighing samples

Drying samples

Use of analytical balances

Use of ovens

Preparation techniques

** Operate basic lab equipment:*
* pH meters

Turbidity meters

Ability to stand/walk for extended periods

Minimal computer work (email, basic systems)

** Skills & Experience Profile*
* Prior laboratory or technician experience strongly preferred

Comfortable with basic lab tools and equipment

Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures

Basic computer skills required (email, simple data entry)

** PPE & Safety Requirements*
* ** Required attire (candidate-provided):*
* Long sleeves

Long pants

Closed-toe shoes

Steel-toe shoes required when entering warehouse areas

** Client provides:
** Hard hat, Safety glasses, Gloves

** If you believe you are a good fit for this opportunity, please submit your application through the job posting link.*
* ** We also encourage you to share references if you have them.*
* 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.  ()  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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