Lab Technician Jobs in Missouri

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 for Ready Mix Concrete Company

  • O Fallon, MO
  • 11 hours ago
  • O Fallon, MO
  • 11 hours ago

un Quality Control Technician for Ready Mix Concrete Company (OFallon, MO) Schreiter Ready Mix & Materials Inc. image 1 of 1 200 S Cool Springs Rd compensation: $1000 per week to start based on...

Quality Control Technician - Night Shift

  • Saint Clair, MO
  • 14 hours ago
  • Saint Clair, MO
  • 14 hours ago

PLZ is committed to product stewardship and innovation, strong ethical standards, sustainable operations and most importantly, the development of our people. Whether at our manufacturing...

Quality Control Technician

  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 1 day ago

QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN IN LEE'S SUMMIT Date Posted: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 ? Job Snapshot Employee Type: Permanent Location: Missouri, Lee's Summit Date Posted: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 Job...

Chemical Quality Technician

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago

Quality Control Technician Job Description Join a dynamic chemical manufacturing company as a Quality Control Technician on a contract-to-hire basis. This role is primarily lab-based, performing...

Lab Tech (Chemistry)

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 2 days ago

We're hiring a Chemistry Lab Technician for a 6+ month onsite contract in St. Louis, MO....

Lab Tech (Chemistry)

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago

Were hiring a Chemistry Lab Technician for a 6+ month onsite contract in St. Louis, MO....

Chemistry Technician

  • Springfield, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, MO
  • 3 days ago

Chemistry Technician Merieux NutriSciences United States, Missouri, Springfield Jun 08, 2025 Chemistry Technician Springfield Regular MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES As a trusted partner, our Public Health...

Medical Technician (MT) / Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 3 days ago

Between $2,000.00 and $2,499.00 Per Week Medical Technician (MT) / Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) (Not Available) Occupation: Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists Location: Saint...

QC Chemical Lab Technician / Schichtlaborant (m/w/d)

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago

Veterans/Disabled Job Segment: QC, Chemical Research, Sustainable Agriculture, Lab Technician, QA, Quality, Engineering, Agriculture, Healthcare...

Quality Control Technician

  • MO
  • 4 days ago
  • MO
  • 4 days ago

QUALITY CONTROL - CONCRETE QC Professional - Various Levels (Precast Concrete Focused) will perform the duties, including but not limited to, the following: Assist all production and delivery...

Quality Control Technician

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 6 days ago

Job Title: Quality Control Technician Job Description Join a dynamic chemical manufacturing company as a Quality Control Technician on a contract-to-hire basis. This role is primarily lab-based,...

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Yarbrough Lab investigates novel diagnostic methods for infectious disease. This position performs research study experiments (including routine and novel...

Biology Laboratory Technician I (10 month)

  • Kirksville, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Kirksville, MO
  • 8 days ago

Biology Laboratory Technician I (10 month) Job Responsibilities The Department of Agricultural and Biological Sciences at Truman State University is seeking candidates for Biology Laboratory...

Senior Clinical Laboratory Technician - Pathology & Immunology

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 9 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 9 days ago

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Yarbrough Lab investigates novel diagnostic methods for infectious disease. This position performs research study experiments (including routine and novel...

Quality Control Technician

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 9 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 9 days ago

QUALITY CONTROL - CONCRETE QC Professional - Various Levels (Precast Concrete Focused) will perform the duties, including but not limited to, the following: Assist all production and delivery...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Missouri

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Missouri 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 Missouri
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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