Lab Technician Jobs in Libertyville, IL

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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Quality Control Technician

  • Waukegan, IL (8 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Waukegan, IL (8 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

at Brown Paper Products Company in Waukegan, Illinois, United States Job Description Quality Control Technician 3530 Birchwood Dr, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA Req #623 Tuesday, February 18, 2025...

Medical Laboratory Technician/Technologist

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (17 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (17 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Medical Laboratory Technician/Technologist Job Description: Performs waived, moderate complexity, and high complexity testing on patient specimens. Correlates and interprets data utilizing...

Quality Control Technician I

  • Morton Grove, IL (18 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Morton Grove, IL (18 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Lifeway Foods (NASDAQ: LWAY), which has been recognized as one of Forbes' Best Small Companies, is America's leading supplier of the probiotic beverage known as Kefir. In addition to its line of...

Quality Control Technician

  • Prospect Heights, IL (12 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Prospect Heights, IL (12 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Job Title: Quality Control Technician Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Quality Control Technician for the 2nd shift. The primary responsibility of this role is sample management to...

Quality Control Technician

  • Des Plaines, IL (16 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (16 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Quality Control Technician Des Plaines, IL 60018 Posted: 04/22/2025 Job Number: 759418 Pay Rate: 23.50 Industry: Plastics JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Quality Control Technician Wage:...

Quality Laboratory Associate III

  • Round Lake, IL (9 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Round Lake, IL (9 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Knowledge of Empower Chromatography Data Systems and LIMS is preferred but not required. Knowledge of GLP, cGMP requirements and familiar with USP/ICH guidelines is preferred but not required....

Medical Laboratory Technician - Microbiology

  • Arlington Heights, IL (11 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (11 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Hourly Pay Range: $24.86 - $37.29 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: Position: Medical...

Quality Control Technician II - Nights

  • Round Lake Beach, IL (9 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Round Lake Beach, IL (9 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 15 days ago

By clicking the Apply button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with...

Quality Control Technician II

  • Round Lake Beach, IL (9 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Round Lake Beach, IL (9 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 16 days ago

By clicking the Apply button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with...

Doughnut Factory Quality Control Technician

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Since its founding over 80 years ago, Krispy Kremes focus has remained the same - making fresh, premium quality doughnuts inspired by their founders original recipe. The brands iconic Hot Light...

Quality Control Technician I

  • Northbrook, IL (12 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (12 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 26 days ago

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fullers (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products...

R&D Lab Technician II - Chemistry

  • Des Plaines, IL (16 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (16 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Experience with analytical chemistry spectrophotometry techniques such as ICP, UV-VIS, or AA (Atomic Adsorption)....

Quality Control Technician

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (7 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (7 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work,...

Quality Control Technician - 2nd shift - 2421-3669

  • Addison, IL (24 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Addison, IL (24 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

at BWAY Corporation in Addison, Illinois, United States Job Description JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities Conduct various critical UN DOT regulatory standard performance testing. Understands...

Medical Technologist - Medical Laboratory Technician - Part Time - Third Shift

  • Kenosha, WI (24 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (24 miles from Libertyville, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Department: 60182 WI ACL Laboratories - AMC Kenosha Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 30 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 3rd shift, 8:30pm to 6:30am. 6 days on, 8...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Libertyville, IL

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Libertyville, IL 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 Libertyville, IL
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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