Laboratory Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, calibrate, and maintain catalyst analytical equipment and fluidized bed reactors.
• Support plastics catalyst development projects from sample prep to analysis.
• Utilize advanced instruments: gas chromatography, elemental titration systems, FTIR, and others.
• Prepare sensitive catalyst samples using a nitrogen glovebox.
• Accurately measure samples and reactants to 0.001 g precision.
• Maintain precise experimental records; analyze and communicate results.
• Complete process safety checklists and walkthroughs daily.
• Manage and dispose of chemicals and waste in accordance with RCRA regulations.
• Perform routine and preventive reactor maintenance (tubing/valve replacement, pump repairs, vessel cleaning).
• Troubleshoot and resolve process issues to maintain optimal reactor conditions.
• Partner with the lab coordinator and promptly report any deviations or issues.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards for a safe, efficient laboratory.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting, and critical thinking abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail; high standards for data accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and laboratory software.
• Solid understanding of basic chemical properties (boiling/flash points, vapor pressure, MW, density).
• Comfortable handling flammable and pyrophoric materials safely.
• Experience with air- and moisture-sensitive reagent integrity.
• Effective verbal and written communication; ability to collaborate across teams.
• Demonstrated reliability, initiative, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Safety & Physical Requirements

• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Adherence to PPE requirements at all times.

Work Schedule

4 days per week
10-hour shifts
Occasional work outside standard hours as needed.

Benefits

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.

About Kelly

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.

Request for Accommodation

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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