Primary Skills: Laboratory testing (Advanced), Safety and PPE compliance (Advanced), Sample handling (Expert), QA/QC (Expert), Documentation (Expert)
Contract Type: W2
Duration: 10 Months
Location: Yuma, AZ - 85365 (#LI - Onsite)
Pay Range: $20/hr - $20.28/hr
Work Schedule:- November–December 2026: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.; 40 paid hours per week. A 30-minute unpaid lunch is added to each shift.
- Beginning January 11, 2027: One of the following 40-paid-hour schedules will be assigned. Exact hours are to be confirmed. A 30-minute unpaid lunch is added to each shift.
- Schedule 1: Monday–Thursday, day shift
- Schedule 2: Tuesday–Friday, day shift
- Schedule 3: Monday–Thursday, night shift
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Job Summary: Prepare samples and perform routine performance, chemical, and physical testing of disposable paper and hygiene consumer products. Follow established test methods, laboratory SOPs, and safety procedures while maintaining accurate records and supporting day-to-day laboratory operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, receive, sort, label, and log client samples; archive, return, or dispose of samples according to procedure.
- Conduct laboratory tests using approved methods and validate method performance as required.
- Perform routine QA/QC checks and assist with equipment calibration and verification.
- Maintain accurate laboratory reports, tracking spreadsheets, and sample records.
- Keep the laboratory clean and organized; follow safety requirements and wear appropriate PPE.
- Monitor laboratory inventory and help prepare supply orders.
- Coordinate testing with local laboratories and global affiliates, and communicate testing timelines or issues to clients.
- Review job tickets, track job-folder closure and invoicing, and assist with project coordination and data collection.
- Provide support or training to department staff when appropriate.
Must-Have Skills:
- Laboratory experience with strong adherence to safety procedures, or equivalent education and experience.
- Basic Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Excel, and Word, and ability to use data-entry systems.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to work independently under supervision, maintain accurate documentation, and solve routine problems.
- Ability to read and understand safety rules, equipment instructions, and procedure manuals.
Industry Experience:
Experience in a laboratory, science, engineering, pulp and paper, or related field is preferred. Background in testing paper products, hygiene products, or consumer goods is an advantage.
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