Lab Technician Jobs in Tustin, CA

A Lab Technician in the chemistry industry primarily performs a variety of complex laboratory procedures and tests, ensuring precision and accuracy in their results. They handle chemicals, perform analyses, conduct experiments, and interpret data under the supervision of chemists or other scientists. Their responsibilities may also include documentation and reporting, equipment maintenance, laboratory safety protocols, quality control, and even research assistance. The technician's work contributes significantly to the development of new products, research findings, or quality assurance in various industries.

To effectively perform their duties, Lab Technicians must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and good manual dexterity. They should be proficient in laboratory information systems and standard laboratory equipment. Certifications such as the American Society for Clinical Pathology's Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification and hands-on experience in a laboratory setting are often required. Prior roles that could lead to a Lab Technician's position include Laboratory Assistant, Research Assistant, and Quality Control Analyst.

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Job Description: Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our...

Lab Technician, Limited Term

  • Orange, CA (3 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orange, CA (3 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Lab Technician, Limited Term Position Type: Limited-Term Job Number: SA57624 Full or Part Time: part-time 20-29 hours weekly Fair Labor Standard Act Classification: Non-Exempt Anticipated Pay Range:...

Lab Technician II

  • Buena Park, CA (12 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Buena Park, CA (12 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Lab Technician II#25-65757 $18.38-$21.00 per hour Buena Park, CA All On-site Job Description Our Client, a Manufacturing and Distribution Facilities company, is looking for a Lab Technician II for their...

Senior Quality Control Technician

  • Anaheim, CA (10 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (10 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Under limited supervision, the Senior Quality Control Technician oversees and inspects products to ensure standards are met, and/or repairs in the shop ensuring proper procedures are followed to...

1st Shift - Chemical Lab Technician - Industrial Manufacturing

  • Brea, CA (13 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Brea, CA (13 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 10 days ago

1st Shift - Chemical Lab Technician** 4AM-230PM **Qualifications:** + Ability to work in a production environment with unusual conditions with constant changes in temperature, wetness, different levels...

Quality Control Technician

  • Lake Forest, CA (11 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (11 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Quality Control Technician Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Quality Control Technician specializing in AOI X-Ray to join our team. This role involves ensuring high standards of quality...

Quality Control Technician I - Non Lab

  • Cypress, CA (13 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (13 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Diasorin is a global leader in diagnostic solutions, pushing the boundaries of science and technology to create cutting-edge tools that improve healthcare worldwide. With a legacy spanning over 50...

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Chemistry Technician

  • Tustin, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Tustin, CA
  • 18 days ago

chemistry Proven ability to perform standard chemical laboratory techniques PHYSICAL DEMANDS Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and to handle other communications/...

Quality Control Technician

  • Buena Park, CA (12 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Buena Park, CA (12 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 25 days ago

Assist with wet chemistry testing. Call production holds when products are out of specification. Follow HACCP programs....

Aerospace Laboratory Technician

  • Brea, CA (13 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Brea, CA (13 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 25 days ago

Others duties may be required as assigned by lab lead and manager Qualifications High School Diploma or Equivalent 1 - 3 Year's experience as a lab technician in aerospace Knowledge of industrial materials...

Laboratory Technician I

  • Irvine, CA (4 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (4 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Eurofins Test America is searching for a Laboratory Technician I in Irvine, CA. The Laboratory Technician I, using general laboratory methods, techniques,equipment, and instrumentation in...

Laboratory Technician (Lab Tech)

  • Brea, CA (13 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brea, CA (13 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

.- Others duties may be required as assigned by lab lead and managerQualifications- 1 - 3 Year's experience as a lab technician in aerospace- Knowledge of industrial materials specifications.- Ability...

Lab Technician III - Chemistry (Harbor 1 - QC) - Days

  • Santa Ana, CA (2 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (2 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

You must be available to work every other weekend (Sat or Sun) Qualifications: 3 - 4 years of lab experience in a manufacturing environment....

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Tustin, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Tustin, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.3%
Master's Degree
21.8%
Doctorate Degree
9.1%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
High School or GED
2.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Lab Technicians in Tustin, CA
Less than 1 year
35.9%
1-2 years
33.8%
2-4 years
16.7%
None
11.7%
4-6 years
1.8%


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