Laboratory Technician

VARITE is looking for a qualified Laboratory Technician for one of its clients located in Pineville, LA

WHAT THE CLIENT DOES?
A multinational consumer goods company that manufactures a wide range of products in categories such as healthcare, personal care, household cleaning, and baby and feminine care.


WHAT WE DO?
Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.


Job Title: Laboratory Technician
Duration: 03 months
Location: Pineville, LA
Work Mode: Onsite
Pay Rate Range: $20.00 - $22.00/hr on W2

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials for research and development of new products or processes, quality control, maintenance of environmental standards, and other work involving experimental, theoretical, or practical application of chemistry and related sciences.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Optimize lab procedures and succeed in producing reliable and important results that can be used to make a difference.
• Responsible for handling sensitive equipment to analyze samples or substances and conduct tests reporting findings to a laboratory manager.
• Receive, label and analyze samples (blood, toxic, tissue etc.).
• Design and execute laboratory testing according standard procedures, make observations and interpret findings.
• Conduct experiments under defined conditions to verify/reject various types of hypotheses using refined scientific methods.
• Organize and store all chemicals substances, fluids and compressed gases according to safety instructions.
• Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility.
• Maintain equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies.
• Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain a clean and orderly environment.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO WIN:
Education:

• Degree in related discipline (Chemistry, Biology, etc.) and/or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge of complex laboratory techniques, equipment, terminology, materials and substances.
• Skilled in the use of laboratory equipment, ability to create and analyze statistical calculations and prepare reports required.

Must Have:

• English language skills
• Can independently execute data entry from multiple sources
• Eye for detail
• Basic office 365 skills
• Able to report data sets
• Critical/problem solving mindset
• Knowledge and experience with laboratory testing procedures: The candidate should possess a strong understanding of laboratory testing and good laboratory practices. This includes the ability to conduct basic tests, analyze results, and document findings accurately.
• Lab safety behaviors and techniques
• Ability to follow scientific laboratory SOPs
• Basic computer skills & typing and experience using Microsoft programs (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook email)
• Ability to follow a written SOP
• Ability to use a barcode scanner
• Sample Collection

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BENEFITS:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.
• Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.

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VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status