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Lab Technician Assistant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Lab Technician

High Point, NC · On-site

$17 - $22.50/hr

Lab technicians work with laboratory equipment to analyze samples or substances, they conduct tests ... Manage retains and inventory of hand sheet samples * Assist operating teams as needed to improve ...

*Lab Technician

Merced, CA · On-site

$5.2K - $6.6K/mo

Additionally, the role involves clerical recordkeeping, maintaining orderly facilities, and overseeing student assistants. By bridging lecture content with applied learning, the Lab Technician ...

Lab Technician

Mount Crawford, VA

$18 - $24/hr

The lab technician will assist/train/coach employees within all levels of the organization in regards to quality and food safety related topics. In this role, you will be responsible for: * Ensure ...

Lab Technician

Mount Crawford, VA · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

The lab technician will assist/train/coach employees within all levels of the organization in regards to quality and food safety related topics. In this role, you will be responsible for: * Ensure ...

Crystal Lab Technician

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

Maintain record and logbooks on crystals and crystal growth machines. * Assist in general ... The Crystal Lab Technician requirements: * Associate degree * Strong attention to detail * Must be ...

Lab Technician

Mount Crawford, VA · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

The lab technician will assist/train/coach employees within all levels of the organization in regards to quality and food safety related topics. In this role, you will be responsible for: * Ensure ...

Lab Technician

Exton, PA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

Lab Technician-Pharmaceutical Analysis Title: Lab Technician Location: Exton, PA Full-time Frontage ... Scan laboratory notebooks for Quality Assurance group. * Assist chemists with laboratory operations.

Lab Technician

Wilmington, MA · On-site

$40 - $44/hr

Lab Technician , location is Onsite - Wilmington, MA . The start date is June 15 for this 6 month ... Support automation efforts and data collection workflows using Python * Assist with experiment ...

Lab Technician

Austin, TX · On-site

$18.75 - $25/hr

Job Title Lab Technician Location Austin 78744 - Austin, TX 78744 US (Primary) Category Technician ... Detailed procedures and training will be provided by the Lab Manager. • Assist with performing ...

Lab Technician

East Hartford, CT · On-site

$18.75 - $25/hr

Lab Technician - Polymeric Group Full-Time • On-Site Machining & FabricationLab TestingPolymers ... Support lab operations and assist team members as needed What You Need * High school diploma or ...

Lab Technician

AL · On-site

$38K - $42K/yr

As a Lab Technician, you will ensure that all liquids maintain safe properties and chemistry as ... Maintain equipment and apparatus used in all tests and analysis. * Assist plant operators during ...

Lab Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100/hr

Overview The Lab Technician (Lab Tech) will assist in lab courses in the OT Program Responsibilities • Assisting lab instructor as directed • Preparing the laboratory environment with appropriate ...

Lab Technician

Boston, MA · On-site

$27.18 - $32.82/hr

The Lab Technician is responsible for ensuring the safe operation of the School of Architecture and ... Ensure organization, cleanliness, and general upkeep of lab spaces. 4. (10%) Assist with School of ...

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How much do lab technician assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab technician assistant in the United States is $20.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a lab technician assistant do?

A Lab Technician Assistant supports laboratory staff by preparing equipment, collecting and labeling samples, and maintaining a clean and organized lab environment. They often assist with basic experiments, record data, and ensure that safety protocols are followed. This role is essential for the smooth operation of scientific, medical, or research labs, allowing technicians and scientists to focus on more complex tasks. Lab Technician Assistants may also help with inventory management and the disposal of hazardous materials.

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

To thrive as a Lab Technician Assistant, you need a foundational understanding of laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and typically a relevant associate degree or coursework in science. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, data entry software, and safety protocols is essential, and some roles may require certifications like OSHA or laboratory safety training. Strong organization, communication, and teamwork skills help you excel in supporting lab staff and maintaining accurate records. These skills and qualities are vital to ensure accurate results, efficient lab operations, and a safe working environment.

What are some common challenges faced by lab technician assistants and how can they be managed?

Lab Technician Assistants often face challenges such as maintaining accuracy under tight deadlines, managing multiple tasks simultaneously, and adhering to strict safety protocols. To manage these effectively, it's important to develop strong organizational skills, communicate proactively with team members, and regularly update knowledge on laboratory procedures. Seeking feedback and clarifying instructions with supervisors can also help minimize errors and improve workflow efficiency.

What is the difference between Lab Technician Assistant vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectLab Technician AssistantLaboratory Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingPost-secondary education, often a certificate or associate degree
Work EnvironmentSupport roles in labs, assisting with basic tasksPerforming tests, preparing samples, operating lab equipment
Job ResponsibilitiesPreparing materials, cleaning, basic data entryConducting experiments, analyzing samples, recording results

In summary, Lab Technician Assistants typically have less formal education and focus on supporting laboratory staff with basic tasks. Laboratory Technicians have more specialized training and perform more complex testing and analysis, making them more independent in the lab environment.

What qualifications do I need to be a lab technician assistant?

To become a lab technician assistant, a high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, and some positions may prefer post-secondary education or certifications in laboratory procedures or related fields. Basic skills in laboratory equipment, attention to detail, and the ability to follow safety protocols are essential for this role.
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Infographic showing various Lab Technician Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,113 per year, or $20.2 per hour.

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Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

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Job description

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small - package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.
People • Customers • Trust
DeRidder Lab Technician Position
PCA is hiring a Lab Technician to work onsite in our DeRidder, LA pulp and paper mill.
Principle Accountabilities:
  • The primary function of this position is to ensure that the process data generated in the assigned mill process area by manual operator testing or by automated lab-supported testing equipment is correct and sufficient and to provide technician support in all quality and production related concerns.

  • Attend safety meetings, stay abreast of all mill safety rules and regulations, complete all OSHA required annual safety training, routinely present department safety meetings, initiate Safety Work Orders as necessary, perform lab hygiene inspections as scheduled, maintain personal housekeeping in assigned lab work area, and maintain the required personal protective equipment for the assigned job responsibilities.

  • Train and cross-train hourly employees in the assigned process area to perform proper testing procedures with minimal supervision to ensure that the process data generated is correct. Write and update the proper testing procedures and work with process area supervision to indirectly supervise the hourly employees in all of their testing functions. Add new tests and manual or automated lab-supported test equipment as they become available and feasible.

  • Maintain 100% availability of all lab-supported testing equipment in the assigned process area by writing purchase requisitions, repairing, calibrating, maintaining back-up equipment, and performing preventative maintenance.

  • Maintain an inventory of the proper calibration standards and spare parts for all lab-supported testing equipment in the assigned process area.

  • Verify validity of testing equipment through the appropriate use of mill operating data, Total Quality tools, such as control charts and measurement error, and other appropriate outside services.

  • Maintain involvement with any quality teams, trials, or projects in the assigned process area, as necessary.

  • Advise supervisors, engineers, and hourly employees on daily basis regarding quality, testing, or process related issues.

  • Assist with process troubleshooting. Perform additional analytical testing and reporting that is specific to the assigned process area.

  • Cross-train and maintain working knowledge of the duties of all other lab technicians in order to provide vacation relief and to train new technicians.

  • Perform vessel entry and hot work permit atmospheric testing primarily in the assigned process area and millwide when necessary.

  • Collect routine environmental samples and perform testing and record process effluent and potable water analysis data to help monitor and maintain environmental regulatory compliance. Assist operating areas with spill response and containment. Assist with maintaining the health of the wastewater treatment system. Attend periodic training and maintain certification for job responsibilities.

  • Perform weekend environmental duty and weekly call duty responsibilities.

  • Perform other miscellaneous projects and duties assigned by the Department Supervisor.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Post high school education (science or technical related curriculum), or equivalent experience (3-5 years) in a specialized paper mill or lab.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities:
  • Ability to work well under pressure and within time constraints, multi-task, and build sound relationships with both internal and external customers.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, organizational and computer skills.
  • Capable of independently making sound decisions through creative problem-solving and detailed information-gathering.
  • Ability to understand and use basic chemistry.
  • Must be capable of working with ambiguity and change.

PCA provides a competitive comprehensive benefits package. Starting salary range is $58,000 to $65,000. This position is salary non-exempt with paid overtime. All qualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
  • Starting salary range for position:$58,000-$65,000
  • Paid Vacation: Three (3) weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year.
  • Paid Holidays.
  • Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision - and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
  • Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions
  • Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA's good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.

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