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Formulation Laboratory Technician

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Pleasanton, CAContract$23–25/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$23–25/hr
Location
Pleasanton, CA
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Join our team and make an impact in life sciences production! As a Formulation Technician, you'll be instrumental in crafting and testing columns and related consumables. You'll contribute to various tasks, from assembly and testing to recordkeeping and maintaining a clean laboratory environment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

HPLC Column PackingMicrosoft OfficeChromatography SoftwareGood Laboratory PracticesGood Manufacturing PracticesLean ManufacturingContinuous ImprovementData EntryInterpersonal SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunicationMathematicalOrganizationalFlexibility

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Life Science DisciplineManufacturing or Lab Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Formulation Technician for a contract opportunity with a leading global life sciences company at their Pleasanton CA facility. If you are driven by the prospect of translating cutting-edge scientific discoveries into tangible advancements and are poised to advance your career, join us as we pioneer progress in the biotechnology realm.

Workplace: Onsite in Pleasanton, CA

Position Title: Formulation Technician

Shift: Monday-Friday, 2:00pm to 10:30pm.

Pay rate: $23-25 per hour.

Company: Kelly® Science & Clinical

Overview

Join our team and make an impact in life sciences production! As a Formulation Technician, you'll be instrumental in crafting and testing columns and related consumables. You'll contribute to various tasks, from assembly and testing to recordkeeping and maintaining a clean laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

  • Conducting column production lab work, including testing and HPLC column packing.

  • Performing computer data entry and assisting with solvent disposal and restocking.

  • Assisting in instrument and equipment maintenance, as well as supply ordering.

  • Documenting detailed records and following SOPs and safety guidelines.

  • Continuing personal growth through training and skill development.

  • Promoting teamwork and adhering to quality procedures and regulations.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in life science discipline, prior manufacturing or lab experience preferred.

  • Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills with a process and data-driven approach.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to learn chromatography software.

  • Familiarity with Good Laboratory and Manufacturing Practices.

  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure and adapt to changing assignments.

  • Excellent communication, mathematical, and organizational skills.

  • Capacity to learn and apply Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools.

  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and extended shifts.

  • Dedication to meeting deadlines and targets while upholding our client’s values.

Why Join Us:

  • Competitive compensation package and potential for permanent placement following the temporary period.

  • Opportunity to work at the forefront of biotechnology innovation in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

  • Access to ongoing career development and networking opportunities through Kelly® Science & Clinical's expansive network of industry experts and recruiters.

If your qualifications align with the requirements of this role, we invite you to apply and take the next step in your career journey. Rest assured, even if this opportunity isn't the perfect match, your profile will remain within our network, ensuring you're connected to a wealth of future opportunities in the field of science and clinical research.

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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. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. 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 (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) 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 (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment\_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s 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.

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