Laboratory Technician

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$25.00/hr - $34.00/hr

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Candidate Recruiter @ Spectrum Recruiting Solutions | Utah’s Engineering & Manufacturing Recruiting Solution

LAB TECHNICIAN

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Reports to: Plant Manager

Compensation: $25 - $34/hr

We’ve built our reputation as an industry leader by delivering world-class precision metal finishing solutions for over 50 years. We proudly serve a variety of industries including aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductor, and other high-tech industries that demand uncompromising quality and reliability. Our team is dedicated to craftsmanship, innovation, and exceeding customer expectations – every component, every time.

Your Role:

As a hands-on Lab Technician, you’ll support a growing metal plating operation by performing daily titrations, preparing chemical baths, and learning to operate advanced lab instruments. You’ll work closely with senior technicians and the production team in an open-floor lab environment. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates to gain practical lab experience in a fast-paced, high-impact setting!

What You’ll Do:

• Perform daily titrations on plating baths to monitor and maintain correct chemical concentrations
• Assist with preparation and creation of new chemical baths
• Support testing and data collection using ICP, AA, and XRF equipment
• Follow Technical Data Sheets (TDSs) and lab protocols to ensure accurate dosing
• Clean acids and manage chemical materials according to safety standards
• Interact daily with production staff and platers to support process quality
• Maintain required PPE and follow safety guidelines
• Contribute to a small lab team and support ongoing scale-up of production

What You’ll Bring:

• Recent graduate in chemistry, biology, or a related scientific field
• Hands-on lab coursework or internship experience, including titrations and basic chemical testing
• Interest in learning to operate ICP, AA, and XRF lab instruments
• Strong math skills and understanding of basic lab calculations (dilutions, concentrations, etc.)
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, open-lab environment
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently or with a small team

Why Join?

Come be part of a tight-knit team that takes pride in doing work that truly matters – supporting critical industries and challenging technical demands every day. We believe in craftsmanship, accountability, and investing in our people. Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow your skills, contribute your ideas, and build a career with a company that values quality in everything we do.

About Spectrum Recruiting Solutions:

At Spectrum Recruiting Solutions we are a premier, purpose-driven team of professional recruiters dedicated to delivering exceptional talent and achieving long-term results in the industrial engineering and manufacturing industries. Our specialized teams support permanent recruitment efforts across a wide range of sectors, including aerospace, defense, mining, medical devices, life sciences, food and beverage, and general manufacturing throughout the U.S. Guided by a clear vision, strategic insight, and a people-first approach, we are redefining the future of talent acquisition. With deep industry expertise and a steadfast commitment to authentic human connection, we provide tailored solutions that align top-tier talent with innovative, forward-thinking organizations.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Semiconductor Manufacturing

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