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Quality Assurance Lab Technician

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
Edgerton, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/22/2026
QA Laboratory Technician – 3rd Shift

Location: Southeast of Madison, WI

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire or Possible Direct Hire for the Right Candidate

Schedule: Sunday–Thursday, 10:00 PM–7:00 AM

Pay: Starting around $30.00/hour $2.00/hour shift differential

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a QA Laboratory Technician for a 3rd shift opportunity with one of our clients. This position is available as a contract-to-hire opportunity, with the possibility of direct hire for the right candidate.

Position Summary

The QA Laboratory Technician supports the manufacturing process by performing laboratory analysis of incoming materials and blends used in finished products, as well as finished product testing prior to final customer release. This role is instrumental in supporting production operations, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring production lines continue to operate efficiently.

Responsibilities

  • Follow standard operating procedures and other controlled documents as outlined in the Quality Manual.
  • Analyze incoming chemicals and raw materials.
  • Perform analysis of in-process blends and finished products.
  • Analyze line and tank flushes.
  • Enter and maintain accurate data and results in the appropriate computer systems.
  • Calibrate laboratory instruments.
  • Coordinate testing activities to ensure the timely flow of production.
  • Prepare laboratory samples and obtain re-samples when necessary.
  • Follow all standard operating procedures and safety procedures.
  • Maintain a clean and organized laboratory workspace.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline.
  • Minimum of 2 year of laboratory experience required.
  • Hands-on laboratory experience with HPLC, GC, pH, FTIR, and other wet chemistry techniques required.
  • Experience implementing customer test methods for GC and FTIR is preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail and thoroughness.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Effective prioritization, organizational, and self-motivation skills.
  • Ability to interpret, analyze, and correlate data.
  • Ability to read, record data accurately, and follow detailed instructions.
  • Strong math skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively across multiple departments.

Interested?

Apply today to be considered for this 3rd shift QA Laboratory Technician opportunity!

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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® 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 world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals-it’s 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, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s 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 life-just 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 California’s 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 may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.

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