Laboratory Assistant - Wet Chemistry
About The Position
As a Full-Time Laboratory Assistant based in our Orange, CA Laboratory, you’ll step into the lab where every detail matters. You'll play a key role in prepping and handling samples, keeping records accurate, and maintaining a clean laboratory to support on-time results everyday. You’ll collaborate with a strong team of committed professionals, contribute to meaningful scientific work, and grow your expertise in a dynamic, quality-driven environment. The compensation range for this role is $17.25 to $20 per hour, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location. Department: Wet Chemistry Schedule: Full-Time. Tuesday - Saturday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to follow written procedures and instructions
- Basic understanding of laboratory safety practices
Nice To Haves
- Prior laboratory, sample-handling, or wet chemistry experience
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively under supervision in a team-based environment
- Willingness to learn laboratory procedures and workflows
Responsibilities
- Retrieve, receive, label, store, and dispose of samples in accordance with SOPs, QA requirements, and safety procedures
- Perform basic sample preparation for soil, water, and air samples under supervision
- Prepare reagents and solutions following approved written procedures
- Perform gravimetric and titrimetric measurements as trained
- Assist with filtration, aliquoting, weighing, and other defined preparation steps
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of laboratory work areas, glassware, and storage locations
- Restock consumables, chemicals, and supplies and notify supervisors of low inventory
- Support proper sample storage, refrigerator/freezer organization, and waste handling
- Wear required PPE at all times and report unsafe conditions or spills immediately
- Comply with Onterris Quality Assurance Program and other policies
- Comply with Onterris Health and Safety Plan
- Other duties as assigned by the Group Leader, Operations Manager, or Lab Director
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
