Job Description

Job Title: Laboratory Assistant

Location: Kansas City, MO 64120

Duration: 12+ Months (Possibility of Extension & Conversion depending on Performance)

Shifts available:

• Shift: 6am - 2:30pm - Pay: $16 - $18/hr. on W2
• Shift: 2:00pm - 10:30pm - Pay: $18 - $20/hr. on W2
• Shift: 10:00pm - 6:30am - Pay: $20 - $21/hr. on W2

Job Description:

• This position performs routine testing on all samples in the Analytical Services laboratory, providing analytical data for process control, quality control, process development, product development, and waste management.
• Employees will be required to work eight-hour shifts, and rotating days within shift every three to four months.
• Client Quality Control lab is a 24-hour production site that operates on three shifts.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Perform routine analytical testing as directed by protocols and work instructions.
• Work a variety of shifts (including weekends and holidays).
• Request additional work to increase team productivity.
• Prepare solutions, clean glassware, dispose of solid/liquid waste and other duties to help in the overall operations of the laboratory.
• Train others on waste management.
• Alert lab leadership of issues or discrepancies involving sample integrity, supply inventory, safety concerns, or analysis irregularities.
• Communicate troubleshooting opportunities in testing processes.
• Perform routine analytical testing as directed by protocols and work instructions.
• Work a variety of shifts (including weekends and holidays).
• Request additional work to increase team productivity.
• Conduct basic (operational) preventative maintenance according to work instructions. Identify and communicate operational issues of laboratory instruments and equipment KPIs Understand and operate Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Chromatography Data System (CDS) system, and other instrument specific computer systems.
• Search various databases for test methods, specifications, and standards to locate information required to complete analyses.
• Promptly and accurately record, calculate and report analytical results.
• Review analytical data and various LIMS reports.
• Communicate and discuss any issues with team members and supervisors.
• Complete data entry for metrics and KPIs Identify process improvement ideas and communication opportunities.
• Assist in improving established procedures and implementing continuous improvement projects.
• Communicate testing results to customers as required, act with customers in mind. Notify leads when supplies/consumables are at critical levels.
• Observe good safety and housekeeping practices.
• Participate in lab/site safety programs and cross site initiatives.
• Maintain knowledgeable of RCRA hazardous waste regulations, waste determinations, waste codes, and how to immediately communicate discovery of spills and leaks

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma + a minimum of 1-year lab experience
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• High attention to details and an ability to analyze outcomes against a standard.
• Ability to diagnose the typical instrument problems with little or no assistance and provide assistance to others.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload to optimize efficiency and productivity of the laboratory.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years laboratory experience
• Understand basic HPLC and GC operation.

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

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