Lab Tech I
TR/080526
Posted: 09/01/2026
- $20 per hour
- United States, Illinois, North Chicago
- Contract
Lab Tech I
6+ month initial contract w/ possibility for extension
Located in North Chicago, IL 60064
Shift Hours: Mondays to Fridays 7 am to 3:30 pm (after training period time can be adjusted)
Hourly Pay Rate: $20/hr
Must Have Skill:
Must have a good driving record as techs need to drive between sites (North Chicago to Abbot Park)
Work Description:
• Calibrates inspection, measurement, and test equipment (Pipettes, Timers/stopwatches/Digital clocks).
• Maintain accurate calibration data/records with the computerize system database (Maximo)
• Will work with management and other technicians within the lab to learn pipette calibration fundamentals, working to produce calibrations using systems Software (Maximo, Calibry and Pipetto).
• Learn fundamental calibration techniques and processes.
• Develop skills necessary to perform calibrations independently.
Responsibilities:
• Perform schedule calibrations, demand calibrations, new calibrations etc.
• Should be able to troubleshoot and repair or preplace out of tolerance devices.
• Perform analysis for repair prevention.
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned by Group Leader, Supervisor, or Senior Supervisor
Qualifications:
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to learn new skills regarding calibration and calibration process.
• Previous laboratory experience is preferred but not required, GMPs and GLP.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Proficiency outlook computer software.
• Basic organizational and time management skills.
• Be able to follow written directions, written procedures and SOPs.
What are the top 3-5 skills requirements should this person have?
1. High School Graduate - Diploma required
2. Some experience calibrating pipettes or some experience with pipettes in general prefer.
3. Some lab background, GMPs and GLP prefer
4. Be able to navigate computer software, Be able to be sited for 2 hours, Be able to work with tools and small components.
5. Be a team player, be able to work with different people and maintain a good working environment.
Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.
6+ month initial contract w/ possibility for extension
Located in North Chicago, IL 60064
Shift Hours: Mondays to Fridays 7 am to 3:30 pm (after training period time can be adjusted)
Hourly Pay Rate: $20/hr
Must Have Skill:
Must have a good driving record as techs need to drive between sites (North Chicago to Abbot Park)
Work Description:
• Calibrates inspection, measurement, and test equipment (Pipettes, Timers/stopwatches/Digital clocks).
• Maintain accurate calibration data/records with the computerize system database (Maximo)
• Will work with management and other technicians within the lab to learn pipette calibration fundamentals, working to produce calibrations using systems Software (Maximo, Calibry and Pipetto).
• Learn fundamental calibration techniques and processes.
• Develop skills necessary to perform calibrations independently.
Responsibilities:
• Perform schedule calibrations, demand calibrations, new calibrations etc.
• Should be able to troubleshoot and repair or preplace out of tolerance devices.
• Perform analysis for repair prevention.
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned by Group Leader, Supervisor, or Senior Supervisor
Qualifications:
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to learn new skills regarding calibration and calibration process.
• Previous laboratory experience is preferred but not required, GMPs and GLP.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Proficiency outlook computer software.
• Basic organizational and time management skills.
• Be able to follow written directions, written procedures and SOPs.
What are the top 3-5 skills requirements should this person have?
1. High School Graduate - Diploma required
2. Some experience calibrating pipettes or some experience with pipettes in general prefer.
3. Some lab background, GMPs and GLP prefer
4. Be able to navigate computer software, Be able to be sited for 2 hours, Be able to work with tools and small components.
5. Be a team player, be able to work with different people and maintain a good working environment.
Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.
Rachael Jalbuena
Recruitment Consultant
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