Job Description

Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Location: Yuma, AZ 85365

Duration: 10-month assignment

**Pay Rate: $20/hr on W2 all inclusive **

Work Schedule:

Nov – Dec 2026: Monday - Friday, 7am to 3pm, for a total of 40 hours per week.

Beginning Jan 11, 2027: Three 40-hour work schedules, each consisting of four 10 hour days:

Schedule 1: Monday – Thursday, day shift

Schedule 2: Tuesday – Friday, day shift

Schedule 3: Monday – Thursday, night shift

Job Description:

• As a Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for preparing samples and conducting analyses in accordance with official methods.

• Perform performance, chemical, and physical testing of disposable paper and hygiene consumer products, applying multiple industry-standard methods.

• Preferred backgrounds include experience in science, engineering, pulp and paper, or related scientific fields.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine laboratory testing following company SOPs and validate method performance as required.
• Prepare, receive, sort, and log client samples into the database; generate sample labels accordingly.
• Archive, return, or dispose of client samples following established procedures.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) checks on laboratory equipment.
• Assist with inventory management of laboratory chemicals and equipment; compile supply orders as needed.
• Support calibration and verification activities and other related laboratory tasks.
• Coordinate testing and services with local laboratories and global affiliates, including sample processing.
• Review job tickets and monitor job folder closing and invoicing processes.
• Communicate with clients regarding analysis timelines or any issues encountered during testing.

Requirements:

• Experience working in a laboratory environment with strict adherence to safety standards, or equivalent education and experience.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word) and other facility-specific data entry platforms.
• Ability to read and comprehend safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.