For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we're here for you! We're seeking a Lab Operations Technician to work at a premier engineering and process solutions provider, in Marion, IA. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.
Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $30/hour
Why you should apply to be a Lab Operations Technician:
Competitive pay rate with the possibility to grow within a leading industry organization.
Work with cutting-edge laboratory equipment and technology.
Be part of a safety-first team where professionalism and efficiency are paramount.
Opportunity to interact with internal teams and customers, representing Akona Process Solutions.
Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, fast-paced laboratory environment.
What's a typical day as a Lab Operations Technician? You'll be:
Operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and overhead cranes to safely receive, move, and stage materials and equipment.
Loading, unloading, and transporting equipment within lab, production, and warehouse environments.
Cleaning, calibrating, and preparing equipment for customer rentals, ensuring quality standards are met.
Receiving, inspecting, labeling, and organizing incoming materials and test samples.
Inspecting returned rental equipment for damage, functionality, and cleanliness; documenting findings and coordinating action.
Setting up laboratory equipment for testing procedures, performing routine preventative maintenance, and basic mechanical troubleshooting.
Maintaining a clean and organized lab environment, ensuring it is always ready for customer tours or demonstrations.
Managing inventory of supplies and consumables, restocking as needed to support efficient workflow.
Collaborating with laboratory personnel to troubleshoot equipment or procedural issues.
Providing professional support and direction to visiting customers, representing the company positively.
Documenting and reporting discrepancies or equipment malfunctions to the lab manager.
Ensuring compliance with all safety guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and regulatory requirements.
This job might be an outstanding fit if you:
Have a high school diploma or GED (required).
Possess 0-2 years of experience in a lab, manufacturing, warehouse, or technical environment (preferred).
Hold strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Are skilled in the safe operation of forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes, and other material handling equipment.
Can handle multiple priorities with strict deadlines and maintain high standards of professionalism.
Are comfortable working from heights (roofs, ladders, powered lifts) and able to frequently move, adjust, and lift objects up to 75 pounds.
Are detail-oriented and able to assess the accuracy and thoroughness of work.
Can communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues and customers.
Will follow safety precautions and wear PPE including safety glasses and steel toe shoes.
Experience with global engineering standards and regulations (e.g., NEC, CSA, NFPA, ISO, UL) is preferred.
Must be able to see color.
What happens next
Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry-even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.
Helping you discover what's next in your career is what we're all about, so let's get to work. Apply to be a Lab Operations Technician today!
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