Chemical Technician I Job Listing at Kelly Services in Fresno, TX (Job ID 9364569)

Description

Are you passionate about science and looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic environment? Do you have experience working in a chemical laboratory and performing various tests and analyses? If so, you might be the perfect candidate for the Chemical Technician I position with Kelly. We are recruiting candidates for a Chemical Technician I to work at one of our premiere clients in Fresno, TX.

Shift:  Day shift (7am – 3:30pm)
Pay: $22/hr - $24/hr depending on experience/education
Assignment Length: 3 months (possible extension and/or potential for conversion)

Summary:
The main function of a chemical technician is to conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials. A typical chemical technician is either a research technician that works in an experimental lab or a process control technician who works in a manufacturing setting. The research technician works on research and development and collects samples or produces compounds. The process control technician focuses on quality assurance and production processes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Monitor product quality to ensure compliance to standards and specifications.
• Set up and conduct chemical experiments, tests, and analyses using techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, physical and chemical separation techniques, and microscopy.
• Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials.
• Compile and interpret results of tests and analyses.
• Provide technical support and assistance to chemists and engineers.
• Prepare chemical solutions for products and processes following standardized formulas, or create experimental formulas.
• Maintain, clean, and sterilize laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Write technical reports or prepare graphs and charts to document experimental results.
• Order and inventory materials to maintain supplies.

Skills:

• Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Team player and detail oriented.
• Basic knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo.
• Basic knowledge of the aspects of chemicals manufacturing and how the process affects the environment, and safety of workers and consumers.
   

Education/Experience:

• Associate's degree in applied science or related field required. Bachelor's degree in chemistry or biology preferred.
• 0-2 years' experience required.

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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.

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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.

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