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How much do entry level color lab jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level color lab in Plano, TX is $23.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $24.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Color Lab vs Entry Level Photo Lab?

AspectEntry Level Color LabEntry Level Photo Lab
CertificationsBasic knowledge of color processing, no formal certification requiredBasic photo processing skills, no formal certification required
Work EnvironmentColor processing facilities, manufacturing settingsPhoto processing labs, retail or commercial settings
Industry UsageUsed in professional color printing and film processingUsed in traditional photo printing and developing

Both roles involve processing photographic materials, but Entry Level Color Lab focuses on color printing and film processing, often in professional or industrial settings. Entry Level Photo Lab typically involves traditional photo development in retail or commercial labs. The main differences lie in the specific processing techniques and industry applications, though both require basic knowledge of photo processing procedures.

What cities near Plano, TX are hiring for Entry Level Color Lab jobs? Cities near Plano, TX with the most Entry Level Color Lab job openings:
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Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Quest Diagnostics

Lewisville, TX • On-site

$29.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted yesterday

ExamOne rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 103 rated laboratories

Job description

Job Description
Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Lewisville, TX (Evening Shift) Sunday - Thursday 12:00PM - 8:30PM
Department: Spec Chem - LCMSMS - Clin Lab
Are you intrigued by the science of the human body? Curious about state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation? Looking to join a Fortune 500 company leading the world in providing diagnostic information services? Quest Diagnostics is now recruiting for technologist positions ranging from entry level to experienced, with a wide range of benefits and training!
Pay range: $29.50+ per hour + $5k Sign on bonus available to external candidates only; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
  • Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
  • Best-in-class well-being programs
  • Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
  • healthyMINDS mental health program
  • Vacation and Health/Flex Time
  • 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
  • FinFit financial coaching and services
  • 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Annual incentive plans
  • Matching gifts program
  • Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • and so much more!

Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
  • Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result.
  • Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
  • Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
  • Review and release test results.
  • Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
  • Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
  • Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.

Qualifications
Education:
  • BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493
  • Bachelor's degree required, degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry strongly preferred
  • Transcripts will be requested for review throughout consideration process

Work Experience:
  • 1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.
  • Experience with LC-MS or ICP-MS strongly preferred
  • MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist

About the Team
Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

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