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How much do lab coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab coordinator in Springfield, MA is $27.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.06 and $32.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lab Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, laboratory safety knowledge, and a relevant science degree or experience in lab management. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), lab equipment, and safety certifications like OSHA training are typically required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities help you manage workflows and coordinate between researchers, staff, and students. These skills ensure safe, efficient, and accurate laboratory operations that support research and educational objectives.

What is a lab coordinator?

A lab coordinator manages the operations of a science laboratory. As a lab coordinator, your primary job duties include coordinating lab use, acquiring new materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring all safety rules and regulations are met. The career may also involve working with hazardous materials, such as body fluids or disease organisms. To become a lab coordinator, you must have at least a bachelor’s degree, usually in a scientific field, as well as experience using lab tools and equipment. Additional qualifications include excellent analytical, communication, and managerial skills.

What is the difference between Lab Coordinator vs Lab Technician?

AspectLab CoordinatorLab Technician
Required CredentialsTypically a bachelor's degree in a science or related fieldUsually an associate degree or certification in a specific lab area
Work EnvironmentOversees lab operations, manages schedules, and coordinates activitiesPerforms hands-on testing, sample preparation, and data collection
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in research labs, healthcare, and industrial settings for management rolesCommon in clinical, research, and manufacturing labs for technical tasks

While both roles work within laboratory settings, the Lab Coordinator primarily manages lab operations and staff, whereas the Lab Technician focuses on performing technical testing and data collection. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What are some common challenges faced by lab coordinators, and how can they be addressed?

Lab Coordinators often juggle multiple responsibilities, such as managing inventory, ensuring equipment maintenance, and coordinating with researchers or students. One common challenge is balancing administrative tasks with hands-on support, especially during busy periods or when resources are limited. Effective time management, clear communication, and establishing standardized procedures can help overcome these challenges. Building strong relationships with faculty, technicians, and suppliers also streamlines workflows and minimizes disruptions.

What are the most commonly searched types of Lab jobs in Springfield, MA?

The most popular types of Lab jobs in Springfield, MA are:

What cities near Springfield, MA are hiring for Lab Coordinator jobs?

Cities near Springfield, MA with the most Lab Coordinator job openings:

Infographic showing various Lab Coordinator job openings in Springfield, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,416 per year, or $27.1 per hour.

B1 Wet Lab Technician - 2nd Shift - 90 Day Increase Eligible

Ttmtech

Stafford, CT

$19.50 - $26/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

TTM Technologies, Inc. - Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) - Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer

About TTM


TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency ("RF") components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards ("PCB"s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.

Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com

We're always looking for talented individuals to join our team. Whether you're an experienced manufacturing professional or just starting your career - TTM offers a supportive workplace where all skillsets can thrive.

Why Join Us?

At TTM, we believe in offering our employees an environment where they can make a real impact on the work we do. Here's a look at what we provide our employees to set them up for success.

  • Career Development:We invest in your growth - our Operator Advancement Program supports your goals. We provide operators and assemblers at all levels the opportunity to certify their skills and build their career with us up to 3 times a year by applying to theOAPprogram. TTM promoted 68% of applicants in the program's first year!
  • Competitive Compensation:We offer a competitive package that reflects your skills and experience along with annual compensation reviews to ensure your growth is aligned with your performance and market trends.
  • Comprehensive Benefits and PTO:Including health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you at your best. Enjoy 10 paid holidays and 3 weeks of paid time off annually to recharge.

TTM strives to invest in our team members at all levels - starting on your first day. To ensure the growth and development of our new hires, this position is eligible for a 90 Day Evaluation that includes a pay increase if key performance indicators are met.

Scope:

  • The Wet Lab Technician performs the testing of products within the wet lab department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Ability to work with wide range of chemicals from all processes
  • Perform titration/analysis on samples
  • Record results in online software
  • Identify trends from analysis and notify engineering if applicable
  • Acquire samples from process tanks
  • Comfortable handling acid and caustic chemistry during analysis process
  • Generate chemical add slips when necessary based on analysis
  • Enter corrective action in software when results of analysis are out of spec
  • Communicates regularly to supervisors and managers, suggests and composes procedural changes, maintains a clean, safe work environment, and communicates safety hazards and issues.
  • Generates, accumulates, and handles hazardous wastes generated in daily operations, as directed by the Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager.
  • Involved in the preparation and completion of work on a daily basis
  • Reporting of all accidents, near misses and safety concerns. Perform job duties utilizing the required and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Full participation in safety training and the ability to understand and follow the directions identified in Job Safety Analysis (JSA), PPE Assessments, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and all Safety Procedures and Alerts.

Note:The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

  • Ability to read and English and mathematical skills
  • Computer skills, presentation skills, and general interpersonal skills
  • Ability to read and understand procedures and blue prints.
  • Ability to be flexible with daily job requirements as well as the ability to multitask
  • Works up to 9 hours a day, 5 days a week, and is flexible to work on weekends.
  • Standing up to 8 hours per day.
  • Has fine motor skills and rapid mental-muscular coordination

Education:

  • High School Diploma
  • Basic understanding of chemistry

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Compensation and Benefits:

TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available 1st of the month following date of hire.


Compensation for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, TTM provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in New York, California and Colorado. For California-based roles, compensation ranges are based upon specific physical locations.

Export Statement:
Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition ofForeign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.