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Laboratory Supervisor Job Description This role oversees day-to-day operations in a laboratory setting, leading a small team, coordinating workstations and tasks, and ensuring accurate preparation, testing, and documentation of laboratory analyses. The position combines hands-on laboratory work with supervisory responsibilities, equipment maintenance, and support for budgeting and material procurement. Responsibilities Lead and supervise a team of 3-4 laboratory staff in a fast-paced laboratory environment. Set up workstations each day and assign tasks to team members based on workload and priorities. Prepare laboratory solutions and reagents in accordance with established procedures and safety standards. Perform a variety of instrumental and wet chemical tests to support laboratory analyses. Accurately document all test results and findings in the company database and maintain organized records. Set up, calibrate, and maintain all laboratory equipment to ensure proper operation and reliability. Train new laboratory employees on procedures, safety protocols, equipment use, and documentation standards. Monitor inventory levels and order materials, supplies, and reagents needed for laboratory operations. Assist in managing and monitoring the laboratory budget, including cost control and resource allocation. Perform occasional heavy lifting as needed to move equipment, materials, or supplies within the lab. Essential Skills At least 3 years of hands-on laboratory experience that includes supervisory responsibilities. Strong laboratory skills in both instrumental analysis and wet chemical testing. Proven supervisory skills with the ability to lead, coach, and develop a small laboratory team. Ability to prepare solutions and reagents accurately and safely. Competence in documenting test results and maintaining data in a laboratory database. Experience setting up, calibrating, and maintaining laboratory equipment. Capability to manage daily workflow, assign tasks, and oversee multiple concurrent analyses. Physical ability to perform heavy lifting when required in the laboratory. Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Laboratory Science, Chemistry, or a closely related field. Experience training new laboratory employees on procedures and safety practices. Comfort with ordering materials and supplies and supporting laboratory budget management. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate data recording and quality standards. Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members and sharing results. Organizational skills to manage schedules, inventory, and documentation efficiently. Why Work Here? Employees benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that supports long-term well-being and financial security, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and generous paid time off with vacation and sick pay. The organization promotes stability, work-life balance, and a supportive environment where laboratory professionals can grow their skills and take on meaningful responsibilities. Work Environment The role is based in a laboratory setting on a first-shift schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with no weekend work and only a light possibility of occasional overtime after the regular shift. Team members are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes or boots suitable for a laboratory environment. The work involves using a range of laboratory instruments and equipment, handling reagents and solutions, and occasionally performing heavy lifting. The environment emphasizes safety, precision, and collaboration while maintaining predictable hours and a structured daily routine. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Billings, MT. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $31.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Billings,MT.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2026. About Aerotek Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.