Environmental Laboratory Technician

About the role

Kelly® Science & Clinical is partnering with a Missouri-based wastewater treatment facility to hire a Laboratory Technician. This role is essential for establishing and maintaining quality control processes to ensure environmental compliance, process optimization, and accurate reporting. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong technical writing skills who thrives in a production environment and can build processes from the ground up. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a laboratory professional looking to take ownership of process design and compliance systems in a growing, fast-paced operation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement processes for sample handling, document control, chain of custody, and statistical analysis.
• Train and supervise operators on proper sampling techniques and regulatory documentation.
• Create visual management systems to support sample identification and tracking.
• Perform on-site chemical analyses in accordance with EPA guidelines and SOPs.
• Maintain detailed data records, conduct data analysis, and prepare technical reports.
• Apply statistical process control to monitor treatment effectiveness.
• Coordinate with third-party laboratories for specialized testing.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and recommend corrective actions.
• Communicate findings clearly through technical writing and direct interaction with operators.

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in an environmental laboratory or wastewater treatment facility.
• Experience working in a production environment (required).
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in Google Sheets, Smartsheet, and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with EPA methods, environmental regulations, and SOP development.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience with statistical analysis and process control.
• Wastewater operator certification.
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to collect samples in various weather conditions.
• Capable of lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Comfortable standing and walking for extended periods.

Pay

Starting Pay: Approximately $25.00 – $29.00/hour, depending on related experience.

Schedule

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM or 2:30 PM – shift aligned with operational start time.

Benefits

• Voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability.
• Retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year).
• Transit spending account.
• Paid sick leave under applicable state or local plan.