Lab Technician

Lab Technician Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering Saint Charles, IL Job Details Contract $23 - $24 an hour 11 hours ago Qualifications Computer literacy

Full Job Description Job Title:

Contract Lab Technician Location:

St.

Charles, IL Pay:

$24.00/hr

Shift:

1st Shift | Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5:00pm | Friday 8:00am-12:00pm

Job Type:

Contract (April - September, 6 months) About the Role A well-established manufacturing facility in St. Charles, IL is looking for a detail-oriented Contract Lab Technician for a 6-month assignment running through September. In this role you will support product development by producing high-quality lab samples, operating lab equipment, and ensuring the lab runs smoothly and safely. This is a great opportunity for someone with a chemistry or science background looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional lab environment at a stable, growing company. What You'll Be Doing Set up and operate lab extruders and related lab equipment Produce lab samples through extrusion, grinding, and spraying processes Produce metallic lab samples using bonding mixers for bonding trials Formulate using standard NAFTA formulations Monitor lab runs for quality and machine performance; report any abnormalities to supervisor Clean, disassemble, and maintain lab equipment per lockout and clean-down procedures Maintain a safe and organized lab environment Record and report data using basic computer systems What We're Looking For Associate's or Bachelor's degree — Chemistry or related science preferred 1+ years of lab or manufacturing experience Strong attention to detail and quality control mindset Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting Reliable attendance and ability to work independently and as part of a team Safety-conscious with a willingness to follow all PPE and safety guidelines Nice to Have Experience in a coatings, plastics, or chemical manufacturing environment Familiarity with extrusion, grinding, or spraying processes SAP experience Requirements Must be available for the full April-September contract period Must be able to pass a 4-panel drug screen and 7-year background check SD rated steel toe footwear required on day one