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Lab Technician

Florence, KY ยท On-site

$18.75 - $25/hr

Lab Technician FLSA: Non-Exempt UPDATED: 3/1/2023 DIVISION: EX REPORTS TO: Manufacturing & Tech. ... Travel Travel is minimal, but some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected. Travel to ...

Lab Technician

Mitchell, SD

$19.25 - $25.50/hr

The Lab Technician will begin by applying foundational laboratory skills--such as flow cytometry ... overnight operations. About STgenetics At STgenetics, we are revolutionizing the future of ...

Lab Technician

Watertown, WI

$18 - $24/hr

The Lab Technician will begin by applying foundational laboratory skills--such as flow cytometry ... overnight operations. About STgenetics At STgenetics, we are revolutionizing the future of ...

Lab Technician

Tiffin, OH ยท On-site

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

The Lab Technician will begin by applying foundational laboratory skills-such as flow cytometry and ... overnight operations. About STgenetics At STgenetics, we are revolutionizing the future of ...

Lab Technician

De Forest, WI

$19 - $25.50/hr

The Lab Technician will begin by applying foundational laboratory skills--such as flow cytometry ... overnight operations. About STgenetics At STgenetics, we are revolutionizing the future of ...

Lab Technician

De Forest, WI ยท On-site

$19 - $25.50/hr

The Lab Technician will begin by applying foundational laboratory skills-such as flow cytometry and ... overnight operations. About STgenetics At STgenetics, we are revolutionizing the future of ...

Lab Technician

Navasota, TX

$15.75 - $21/hr

The Lab Technician will begin by applying foundational laboratory skills--such as flow cytometry ... overnight operations. About STgenetics At STgenetics, we are revolutionizing the future of ...

Lab Technician

Tiffin, OH

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

The Lab Technician will begin by applying foundational laboratory skills--such as flow cytometry ... overnight operations. About STgenetics At STgenetics, we are revolutionizing the future of ...

Lab Technician

Navasota, TX ยท On-site

$15.75 - $21/hr

Day and Night POSITION SUMMARY The Lab Technician role at STgenetics is built for career-focused ... overnight operations. About STgenetics At STgenetics, we are revolutionizing the future of ...

Lab Technician

Mitchell, SD ยท On-site

$19.25 - $25.50/hr

All POSITION SUMMARY The Lab Technician role at STgenetics is built for career-focused individuals ... overnight operations. About STgenetics At STgenetics, we are revolutionizing the future of ...

Lab Technician

Watertown, WI ยท On-site

$18 - $24/hr

The Lab Technician will begin by applying foundational laboratory skills-such as flow cytometry and ... overnight operations. About STgenetics At STgenetics, we are revolutionizing the future of ...

Ensure patient safety and comfort during overnight monitoring Required Qualifications * Education ... Years of sleep lab experience: Experience with MSLT/MWT? Experience scoring sleep studies?

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How much do overnight lab jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight lab in the United States is $25.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Overnight Lab Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Overnight Lab Technician, you need a solid understanding of laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and typically an associate degree or higher in a science-related field. Familiarity with lab instruments, data analysis software, and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) is often required. Attention to detail, effective time management, and strong problem-solving skills are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure accurate and timely results, maintain lab safety standards, and support continuous lab operations during overnight shifts.

What are some common challenges faced when working an overnight lab shift, and how can they be managed?

Overnight lab positions often require adapting to an unconventional sleep schedule, which can impact alertness and overall health. Managing fatigue is crucial; strategies include maintaining a consistent sleep routine, staying hydrated, and taking short, scheduled breaks during shifts. Communication with daytime staff is also important to ensure smooth handovers and continuity of work. Additionally, overnight staff may encounter limited on-site resources, so strong problem-solving skills and self-sufficiency are valuable in this role.

What are Overnight Lab jobs?

Overnight Lab jobs typically involve working during nighttime hours in laboratory settings. Employees may be responsible for processing samples, conducting experiments, analyzing data, or maintaining lab equipment while most daytime staff are not present. These roles are crucial for labs that operate 24/7, such as medical testing facilities, research institutions, or industrial labs, to ensure continuous workflow and timely results. Working overnight can involve unique challenges, including managing fatigue and adjusting to a non-traditional schedule, but it also often offers higher pay or shift differentials.

What is the difference between Overnight Lab vs Night Lab Technician?

AspectOvernight LabNight Lab Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certification in lab proceduresHigh school diploma or equivalent; certification may be preferred
Work EnvironmentLaboratory setting, overnight shifts, often in healthcare or research labsLaboratory setting, overnight shifts, typically in healthcare or diagnostic labs
Employer & IndustryHospitals, diagnostic labs, research facilitiesHospitals, diagnostic labs, healthcare facilities
Common Search & ComparisonOvernight Lab vs Night Lab Technician

The main difference between an Overnight Lab and a Night Lab Technician lies in the job scope. An Overnight Lab often refers to the shift timing or the lab's operational hours, while a Night Lab Technician is a specific role responsible for performing lab tests during overnight shifts. Both roles typically require similar credentials and work in comparable environments, primarily in healthcare or research labs operating overnight hours.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Lab job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,516 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

Lab Technician

KraussMaffei

Florence, KY โ€ข On-site

$18.75 - $25/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago


Job description

TITLE: Lab Technician FLSA: Non-Exempt
UPDATED: 3/1/2023 DIVISION: EX
REPORTS TO: Manufacturing & Tech. Center Manager GRADE:
Summary:
Extrusion Lab Technicians support the operations of the Extrusion Process Technology team, with an emphasis on ensuring the success of customer extrusion trials. The key focus areas will be maintaining, preparing, operating, and cleaning equipment; inventory management; assisting with records management; and training junior employees.
Essential Functions:
  • Lead set-up, operation, and clean-up of equipment for extrusion trials in support of customers and internal development work.
  • Perform or coordinate maintenance on equipment in the Extrusion Lab to ensure equipment is kept in good working order. Assist engineers with equipment modifications, as necessary. Assist with regular inventories of Extrusion Lab assets.
  • Become knowledgeable in the operation of all extrusion and auxiliary equipment used in the Extrusion Lab.
  • Operate and maintain analytical equipment used in the Extrusion Lab.
  • Assist with creating and maintaining records related to extrusion trials (screw designs, equipment set-up sheets, run sheets, equipment run data, analytical test data, SDSs)
  • Provide leadership in raw material inventory management efforts for the Extrusion Lab. Key contact for shipping, receiving, and disposal of raw materials used in the Extrusion Lab.
  • Become familiar with the range of raw materials used in the Extrusion Lab.
  • Provide leadership in maintaining a neat and clean work environment in the Extrusion Lab. Key contributor to 5S efforts. Ensure that an adequate inventory of critical supplies is maintained.
  • Key source of training for personnel in Krauss Maffei's apprentice and co-op programs in proper work procedures.

Core Competencies
Job Specific Competencies
  • Communication
  • KM Operations & Product Knowledge
  • Results Oriented
  • Technical Knowledge
  • Initiative/Urgency
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Innovative Thinking
  • Interpersonal Skills/Teamwork
  • Flexibility/Adaptability
  • Customer Service

Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in the Lab of our Florence facility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and forklifts. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop, and kneel.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
  • Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
  • Moderate lifting is required up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work in a constant state of alertness required.

Expected Hours of Work
This is a hourly, non-exempt, full-time position with standard working days/hours of Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm with overtime as necessary to complete required tasks. Actual working hours may vary.
Travel
Travel is minimal, but some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected. Travel to Germany or other international locations possible for training/conferences is possible. Anticipated travel is 10%.
Required Education and Experience
  • Associate's degree in related discipline. 3 years' work experience in extrusion and/or the plastics industry or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience
  • Associate's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Material Engineering Technology and 5 years work experience in plastics extrusion.

Krauss-Maffei Corporation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.