Lead Laboratory Technician

Title: Lead Laboratory Technician
Location: Cleveland, OH 44102
Duration: 12 months plus extensions

Job Description:
The R&D Laboratory Leader supports laboratory operations and research activities while providing basic coordination of daily tasks. This role combines hands-on lab work with limited leadership responsibilities, helping ensure experiments are completed efficiently, safely, and accurately.

Key Responsibilities:
Laboratory Execution
• Perform routine laboratory experiments, tests, and analyses
• Prepare samples, materials, and equipment
• Record and report data accurately

Team Coordination
• Help organize daily lab tasks and priorities
• Act as a point of contact for basic lab questions

Project Support
• Assist in executing assigned R&D projects
• Track progress of tasks and communicate status to supervisor
• Support meeting project timelines

Equipment & Lab Maintenance
• Clean, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs
• Maintain organized lab spaces and ensure readiness for work
• Monitor and replenish laboratory supplies and materials

Safety & Compliance
• Follow all lab safety procedures and SOPs
• Promote safe work practices within the team
• Maintain proper documentation

Collaboration
• Work closely with scientists, engineers, and technicians
• Share updates and observations clearly

Qualifications:
Education
• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical field
Experience
• 0–5 years of laboratory or R&D experience

Skills & Competencies:
• Basic laboratory and technical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Organization and time management
• Communication and teamwork
• Emerging leadership and coordination ability

Quals--
This opening is for one, day shift, R&D Laboratory Leader. ***/hour
Potential to convert to permanent employee

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