Lab Technician

Lab Technician - Level III

Location: Carlsbad, CA

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 9 months
• Start: June 22, 2026
• Pay Rate: $27.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Monday Friday, 7:00 AM/8:00 AM 4:00 PM/5:00 PM
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

The Research Technician will be a part of the M4Ward Team in Carlsbad supporting the experimental products M4Ward program. The M4Ward team works closely with the R&D, Production, Quality Control, and Engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Emptying and inspecting chemical containers.
• Cleaning various containers, valves, and parts that have previously held chemicals.
• Support and help maintain a current chemical inventory.
• Maintain a clean and efficient lab environment by supporting 6S (continuous improvement).
• Equipment maintenance.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with 5 years of experience
• Associate's Degree (Chemistry or related fields) with 1 3 years of experience
• Bachelor's degree (Chemistry or related science) with 1 year of experience

Required Experience

• Must have container cleaning experience. If this is not listed on the resume, the candidate will be rejected.

Preferred Skills

• Prior chemistry lab experience handling organic materials, inorganic materials, acids, and bases.
• Experience with safely handling and moving containers, potentially weighing up to 50 pounds, and removing chemical or other material in the container.
• Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets and technical drawings.
• A very strong emphasis and focus on safety, attention to detail, and quality.
• Experience in working in a glovebox, chemical fume hoods, and acid sinks.
• Strong communicator both verbally and in writing.
• SAP experience a plus.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Wearing full face air-purifying respirator, chemical resistant apron, and other PPE.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Standing, sitting, or walking for up to 8 hours.
• Raising arms up to and possibly above a 90-degree angle.
• Must be clean shaven (respirator fit requirement).

Important Notes

• Container cleaning experience is mandatory. If this is not listed on the resume, the candidate will be rejected.
• Safety is the most important priority. Candidates must be able to read a Safety Data Sheet.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

Research-intensive biopharmaceutical company dedicated to prevention and treatment of global diseases.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-06552 Industry: Engineering

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