Lab Technician

Kelly is currently seeking an Analytics & Data Science Laboratory Technician in Midland, Michigan ! The Laboratory Technician supports customer fluid analysis by conducting laboratory analyses, as needed, which provide critical data. The Lab Tech also prepares samples, performs preventive maintenance of laboratory instrumentation and uses data systems to acquire data, and reports results to the client. This role requires established basic laboratory skills to perform a range of routine lab activities using existing standard operating procedures and or analytical scientific methods. Do you have what it takes?! Primary Responsibilities: Develop a thorough understanding of the operations of laboratory equipment and methods. This includes refractive index, gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, ion chromatography, inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectroscopy, titration for pH and reserve alkalinity. Responsible for managing, then safely executing laboratory work requests, maintaining and running relevant laboratory apparatus and testing equipment and documenting data. Understands the value of high quality data and utilizes good laboratory techniques and practices to generate such data. Accurately and reliably records readings and observations using relevant equipment and instruments. Organizes and prepares data tables and charts to present data collected in studies supported. Independently interprets data and promptly communicates unexpected results to the team. Responsible for calibration/standardization, safe operation, and routine maintenance of simple and complex instruments, and systems. Troubleshoots faulty equipment effects repairs or initiates repair processes as appropriate. Evaluates and revises procedures to improve efficiency, effectiveness, or safety. Makes proposals and recommendations for equipment/systems modifications. Promptly and effectively communicates issues to lab owner 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. Takes personal responsibility for Environment, Health and Safety (EH&S) compliance within the team or work group. Maintain inventories of consumable materials, chemicals, and supplies related to activities. Required Qualifications: Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel, and have the ability to learn new systems quickly. Proficiency in basic chemicals laboratory operation and basic Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements such as safe operating procedures and management of change is preferred. Strong understanding and commitment to their own and the safety of others. Must have strong multi-tasking, problem solving and time management skills. Be an effective collaborator and contributing member of the local work team. Must be willing and able to work in such environments wearing safety equipment, such as goggles, Lab coats, dust masks and steel-toed shoes. Must be willing and able to stand or walk for extended periods of time. Experience: Open to fresh graduates. However, if no degree then experience is needed: laboratory, manufacturing or other related experience. 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. Why Kelly ® Science & Clinical? Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed. About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year. Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice ( Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affluent Employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. 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