Lab Assistant​/Admin

Job Title: Lab Asst./Admin
Location: Tucson, AZ
Shift: 1st
Pay: $16-$22 pending experience

The selected candidate will assist with hardware preparation, documentation, part tracking, and data organization in both lab and cleanroom environments. This role includes supporting on-site work and occasional off‑site activities in the greater Phoenix area. Extended hours, nights, or weekends may occasionally be required to meet program schedules.

• Support engineers and technicians by gathering parts, tools, and equipment needed for assembly and testing activities
• Take and organize notes during test sessions, meetings, or hardware builds
• Update records and spreadsheets to track hardware status, test progress, and configuration information
• Assist in labeling, tagging, and tracking parts using Rocket Lab’s documentation and inventory systems
• Help maintain inventory accuracy by logging material movements, checking part quantities, and organizing storage areas
• Support cleanroom and production activities, including basic cleaning, equipment prep, and adherence to contamination control practices
• Assist in setting up test areas or equipment under the guidance of senior technicians or engineers
• Help with shipping and receiving tasks, including packaging, labeling, and verifying parts or assemblies
• Maintain organized work spaces, tools, and documentation to ensure safe and efficient operations
• Perform other administrative or hands‑on support duties as assigned

• High school diploma or GED required
• U.S. citizenship is required, due to program requirements
• Ability to follow written procedures and instructions accurately
• Basic computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite (such as Excel or Word)
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and record‑keeping skills
• Hands‑on experience in a lab, workshop, production, or technical environment (this can include internship, trade school, or hobbyist experience)
• Ability to work extended hours, nights, or weekends as needed to support test or build schedules

• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Experience working in a cleanroom or production area with ESD or contamination control practices
• Familiarity with inventory tracking, labeling, or ERP systems
• Interest in aerospace, electronics, or manufacturing and a desire to grow technical skills
• Familiarity with Excel‑based tracking sheets or databases

• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces
• Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls
• Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods – 8 hours min
• Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and navigate tight spaces

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About Us
Anistar Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to fostering diversity in the workplace. Anistar utilizes E‑Verify. We offer variable hour employment on contract and contract‑to‑hire opportunities, as well as permanent placement. Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and must be able to pass drug and background checks.