What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician [209645] position at Aquent?
We are looking for a Lab Technician, supporting our client’s senior Innovators in bringing concepts to life. This is a high-energy, technical role centered on machine operation, prototype craftsmanship, and mid-scale production runs. If you have a “maker” mindset and love figuring out how machines work, this is your spot. This is a year-long engagement working in Beaverton, OR. Past professional experience working in plastics, the consumer goods industry, or the biomedical industries is preferred.
Responsibilities
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.
Responsibilities
- Execute & Iterate: Operate and adjust machinery to create samples ranging from one-off prototypes to mid-scale production.
- Technical Prep: Manage scheduling, tool readiness, and material staging for process trials.
- Precision Crafting: Ensure perfect alignment and quality in high-volume, repetitive builds.
- Data & Ops: Record measurements, track sample progress, and maintain a clean, organized lab environment.
- Cross-Train: Start in one specialized area and expand your expertise across a variety of industrial machines.
- Experience: 2–4 years in manufacturing, prototyping, or a laboratory environment.
- Technical Chops: Strong mechanical aptitude and basic Adobe Illustrator skills.
- The Maker Mindset: You likely have a “hands-on” hobby (woodworking, ceramics, model building, etc.) and a passion for craftsmanship.
- Agility: Ability to thrive in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment and lift up to 30 lbs.
- Backgrounds of Interest: Experience in plastics (welding/joining), biomedical, or consumer goods is a major plus.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.