Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Laboratory Technician (Contract & Direct Hire)

Location: Ravenswood - Chicago, IL
Pay: $20-$30/hour
Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Employment Options:

• Contract: Through the end of the year (2 openings)
• Direct Hire: Full-time opportunity

Join a global leader in the medical device industry and become part of an innovative Product Development team focused on improving patient care through cutting-edge technology. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with laboratory experience who enjoys hands-on testing, analyzing results, and contributing to the development of new medical devices.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and evaluation of medical devices using laboratory and analytical equipment.
• Analyze samples and interpret test data to ensure products meet specifications.
• Accurately document test procedures, results, and observations.
• Support product development by assisting with validation and new testing methods.
• Maintain laboratory organization, cleanliness, and equipment readiness.
• Monitor laboratory supplies and consumables.
• Report testing deviations or out-of-specification (OOS) results and assist with investigations.
• Follow laboratory best practices and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a laboratory environment performing testing and sample analysis.
• Experience with medical devices, laboratory equipment, or other regulated products preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced product development environment.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline is preferred but equivalent laboratory experience will also be considered.

Apply today if you're looking to grow your laboratory career in an innovative medical device environment where your work directly supports the development of life-changing products.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.


Meet Your Recruiter

Ric Delgado
Team Lead and Principal Recruiter

Ric is a Team Lead and Principal Recruiter at Sterling Engineering with more than a decade of technical recruiting experience, including over eight years with Sterling. In his role, he leads recruiting efforts while also working hands-on with clients and candidates throughout the full hiring process.

From sourcing hard-to-find technical talent to navigating offer negotiations, Ric focuses on creating strong, lasting matches that benefit both the individual and the organization. His approach is built on understanding technical environments, listening closely to hiring needs and career goals, and aligning the right people with the right opportunities.

Ric enjoys recruiting because of the meaningful impact it can have on someone's career. Whether helping a candidate pursue a growth opportunity, improve work-life balance, or step into a leadership role, he is driven by the opportunity to support people through important career decisions. At the same time, he takes pride in helping companies build high-performing teams that move their business forward.

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