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R&D Pilot Plant litter Lab Technician

System One • Pleasanton, CA • 48min ago

R&D Pilot Plant / Litter Lab Technician (Contract)

Location: Pleasanton, CA (Onsite)

Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Duration: Contract through August 28, 2026

Pay Rate: $25/hr

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on R&D Pilot Plant / Litter Lab Technician to support pilot-scale production and laboratory operations. This role is ideal for a highly detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced, team-focused environment and enjoys working across both lab and production settings. Candidates with prior pilot plant or manufacturing experience will be strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

The selected candidate will manufacture pilot-scale batches according to batch instructions and standard operating procedures while maintaining accurate and detailed documentation of all production activities.

Responsibilities include weighing ingredients precisely, supporting equipment setup, performing changeovers, and running test batches for various product sizes and packaging formats.

The technician will work across all areas of production, including weighing, blending, filling, packaging, and cleaning.

Additional duties include cleaning equipment and production areas to required specifications, assisting in lab operations, and operating lab equipment either independently or as part of a team.

Adherence to all safety standards and PPE requirements is required.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate strong organizational skills with close attention to detail.

The role requires a proactive, reliable, and self-motivated individual who is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools such as Excel and Word is expected, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience in pilot plant operations, manufacturing, or production environments and familiarity with SOPs and batch records are preferred.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This role requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and involves constant standing and walking on hard concrete surfaces.

The position includes frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing, and lifting.

The work environment may include exposure to dust and fumes, and strict compliance with PPE requirements is mandatory at all times.

Additional Details

Onsite interviews will be required. This position is best suited for candidates with hands-on production or pilot plant experience rather than purely entry-level lab backgrounds.

Key Skills

Pilot Plant Operations, Batch Manufacturing, Production Support, SOP Compliance, Batch Record Documentation, Material Weighing and Handling, Blending and Mixing Processes, Equipment Setup and Changeover, Packaging Operations, GMP/GLP Awareness, Quality Control Support, Lab Equipment Operation, Process Optimization, Safety Compliance and PPE Adherence, Inventory and Material Management, Troubleshooting Production Equipment, Cross-Functional Team Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), Physical Endurance in Industrial Environments

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

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