Lab Technician Jobs in California

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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Lab Technician

  • Rancho Cordova, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Rancho Cordova, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Were seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Lab Technician to play a critical role in ensuring pharmaceutical products meet the highest standards....

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Material Lab Technician

  • Cupertino, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Cupertino, CA
  • 8 hours ago

chemistry tools (FTIR, DSC, TGA, DMA, TMA) is a plus Proficient in using Excel, Keynote, and basic word processing Comfort working both independently and collaboratively on tight deadlines in a supportive...

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Lab Technician - ICP (2nd Shift)

  • EnPro Industries
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: The Lab Technician is responsible for analytical testing on critical parts using ICP-MS and LPC, collaborate with a team to meet customer delivery schedules, work in a cleanroom environment...

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Lab Technician/Dry (Swing)

  • Sanmina Corporation
  • San Jose, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 4 days ago

Nature of Duties/Responsibilities Sanmina PART lab is looking for a lab technician to work on our PCB and PCBA products....

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Lab Technician/Dry (Day)

  • Sanmina SCI
  • San Jose, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 4 days ago

Nature of Duties/Responsibilities Sanmina PART lab is looking for a lab technician to work on our PCB and PCBA products....

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Gas and Chemical Technician - Nightshift

  • WGNSTAR
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 4 days ago

WGNSTAR is a dynamic and growing company with a global footprint. Primarily focused on the semiconductor industry, we provide a platform for you to expand your career with knowledge gained on the...

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Gas and Chemical Technician - Dayshift

  • WGNSTAR
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 4 days ago

WGNSTAR is a dynamic and growing company with a global footprint. Primarily focused on the semiconductor industry, we provide a platform for you to expand your career with knowledge gained on the...

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

  • Robinson Pharma
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 5 days ago

The Quality Control Lab Technician III Chemistry ensures company standards are met for all functions as they pertain to the QC Laboratory. Overtime is required to meet business needs....

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Chemistry Lab Analyst (ICP-MS)

  • Ascend Clinical
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 5 days ago

Will operate and maintain highly complex instrumentations such as Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) and Ion Chromatography (IC), as well as demonstrate proficiency on routine environmental...

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Chemistry Technician II (Overnight Shift)

  • Heska Corporation
  • Fountain Valley, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA
  • 5 days ago

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that's why we're inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of...

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Laboratory Technician

  • Alliance Technical Group
  • Tustin, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Tustin, CA
  • 6 days ago

Laboratory Technician Reports To: The Laboratory Technician reports directly to the Laboratory Manager, with dotted-line reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager (QAM). Jon Summary: A Laboratory...

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Chemistry Technician I

  • Certified Group
  • Tustin, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Tustin, CA
  • 6 days ago

chemistry Proven ability to perform standard chemical laboratory techniques KEY POSITION COMPETENCIES TO BE MEASURED: Analytical capability and performance Technical communication skills Team player...

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Chemistry Lab Assistant 1

  • Certified Group
  • Tustin, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Tustin, CA
  • 6 days ago

Certified Group is a leading North American provider of laboratory testing and audit and certification services. The Certified Group of companies includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS),...

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Laboratory Technician Chemical Analysis

  • State of California
  • Crescent City, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Crescent City, CA
  • 7 days ago

Job Description and Duties For those participating in Teams interviews, please note that outside resources such as search engines, written documents, or generative AI (for example ChatGPT) are not...

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Laboratory Technician I - Flow Cytometry

  • NeoGenomics Laboratories
  • Laguna Beach, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA
  • 8 days ago

Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to join a company that invests in its employees? Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.4%
Master's Degree
21.8%
Doctorate Degree
9.1%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
High School or GED
2.1%
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 California
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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