Laboratory Technician

At Kelly®, we’re passionate about helping you find a job that works for you. How about this one? We’re seeking a Laboratory Technician to work at a premier R&D client in East Hanover, NJ 07936. With us, it’s all about finding the job that’s just right.

Job Specifications

• Full-time, Permanent
• Location: East Hanover, NJ 07936
• Pay Rate: $24/hr
• Shift: 7:30am–4pm (Monday to Friday); Some overtime at Whippany Pilot Plant
• Benefits included from day 1! (Holiday pay, paid time off, paid sick days, Kelly Health Benefits with 401k, Medical/Dental/Vision, etc.)
• Access to outstanding Kelly perks via https://www.mykelly.us/us-mykelly/perks/
• Opportunity to work in a leading R&D environment focusing on innovative gum, candy, and cough product development
• Safe, collaborative, and supportive workplace culture
  
  

What’s a typical day as a Laboratory Technician? You’ll be:

• Supporting bench-top development of gum and candy formulations
• Setting up and operating laboratory instruments and monitoring experiments
• Recording experimental results and preparing prototypes for product development
• Conducting analytical testing such as texture analysis, water activity, and total solids
• Supporting pilot plant trials and sensory roundtable coordination
• Assisting with stability studies and maintaining detailed laboratory records
• Participating in project meetings and providing updates or recommendations
  
  

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have previous laboratory experience and a general science/lab background (required)
• Graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or another relevant field of science (required)
• Demonstrate cross-functional teamwork and problem-solving skills
• Have basic computer knowledge and proficiency in English
• Are able to lift up to 50 lbs
  
  

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