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3rd Shift Laboratory Technician


Company : Kelly Services


Location : Waterbury, CT


Created : 2026-04-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Kelly Science & Clinical is looking for a 3rd Shift Laboratory Technician to join a growing global company involved in dispending solutions for iconic brands in the beauty, fragrance, personal care, home, and healthcare markets located in Waterbury, CT . Contract to Hire Monday-Friday, 11:00pm-7:00am Compensation: $23-26/hr depending on experience ABOUT THIS ROLE To ensure sample and color development meets the business growth and customer requirements. To provide accurate reporting on the current and historical performance of the anodizing department. To ensure material stocking and inventory control is met and as a qualified backup for the Laboratory Technician duties when support is needed. RESPONSIBILITIES + Maintain Chemical Makeup, Processing, and Control + Accurate addition of bulk chemicals from separate tanks into a mixing tank according to a recipe + Perform lab testing to verify the chemical composition of the individual chemical components and of the final blended product + Maintain records of lab results + Maintain sufficient inventory of blended chemical to support production + Maintain levels of waste treatment chemistry + Receive line analysis status or indirect consumption calculations and determine, add, and oversee production chemical line additions + Keep lab clean and organized. + Maintain and calibrate lab equipment. + Maintain proper lab inventory for specific testing related to core responsibilities + oversee waste treatment system operation + Weekly cleaning, calibration and documentation of line and waste treatment pH probes + Monthly transcribing and download of water meter and pH values, end-control + Maintain probes and buffers for treatment system, stock control + Weekly composite setup and grab samples for sample collection. + Sample preparations for certified lab + Split weekly samples for lab for internal analysis, e.g. phosphorous content. + Collect data and generate waste KPI and alert when trends change + Waste treatment projects or related processes (i.e. jar testing) to improve performance and efficiency. + Control sludge container pickup and delivery + Chemical receiving for bulk and non-bulk chemicals + Organization of chemical warehouse including disposal of empty drums and totes + Maintain cleanliness of chemical warehouse + Daily and monthly chemical inventory + Chemical inventories. BFI updating u2013 become back-up for process. + Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS + Bacheloru2019s Degree preferred, AS or Certification accepted + 2+ yearsu2019 experience in the chemical industry preferred + Strong verbal and written communication skills. + Superior color acuity based on Munsell testing. + Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, SAP, etc. + P#1 PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires the constant use of hands, fingers, and hand eye coordination. This position also requires frequent standing, walking, talking, hearing, and occasional turning, twisting, bending at waist, crouching, and reaching with hands and arms. Incumbent must be able to frequently lift and carry up to 35 pounds. Good close and peripheral vision, good depth perception and ability to adjust focus are required. As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here ( for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community. Why Kelly u00ae Science & Clinical? Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the worldu2019s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goalsu2014itu2019s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed. About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, weu2019re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, itu2019s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. Itu2019s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. Itu2019s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your lifeu2014just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year. Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of Californiau2019s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kellyu2019s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of Californiau2019s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.