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Job Title: Lab/Applications Contract AssociateLocation: Southfield, MI 48033, United StatesSchedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (40 hrs/week)Pay Rate: $20.00 - $25.00/hr Duration: 1 Year Position Overview:Client is seeking motivated and technically skilled individuals for the role of Applications Contract Associate. This position involves hands-on work in the laboratory, applying coatings, running experiments, and maintaining mechanical and electrical equipment in a test lab environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of performing both manual and automated laboratory tasks.Key Responsibilities:• Prepare automotive coatings test panels/parts using automated application equipment. • Perform equipment metrology, preventative maintenance, and coatings tests accurately. • Record and report data/results following scientific methods. • Maintain and adjust mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic laboratory equipment. • Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in compliance with safety protocols. • Prioritize work, maintain accurate records, and adapt to changing schedules and assignments. • Run experimental spray trials and document results systematically. • Ensure punctual attendance and maintain professional work conduct. Required Skills & Competencies:• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. (Advanced) • Self-motivated and adaptable to changing priorities (Advanced) • Beginner-level laboratory, maintenance, mechanical, and troubleshooting skills • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Strong organizational and record-keeping skills Preferred Qualifications:• 1 to 3 years of relevant work experience in laboratory or technical environments • Hands-on laboratory experience with automated and manual equipment • Mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting aptitude • Pursuing or holding a science or technical degree • Familiarity with industrial or academic data recording and reporting Education Requirements:• High School Diploma/GED required • Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred • Trade school certification a plusEducation verification is required for this position. Additional Information:• Travel: Minimal to none • IT access required • Compliance with all corporate and site safety policies and proceduresEqual Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected VeteransThe Know Your Rights poster is available here:pay transparency policy is available here:temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.