Lab Technician Jobs in Fairfield, NJ

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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Laboratory Technician

  • Piscataway, NJ (24 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (24 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

Job Summary: We are looking for a reliable and detail-focused Fragrance Lab Technician to support fragrance development and testing activities....

Laboratory Technician (Textiles)

  • Fairfield, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Company Description SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality...

Quality Assurance - IDL - Quality Control Technician

  • Linden, NJ (17 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Linden, NJ (17 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

General Job Description The pay band for this role is $ 1 9.00-21.00 /hr. FreshRealm is looking for Quality Control Technician in our Fulfillment Center to inspect and ensure that all ingredients...

Laboratory Technician

  • Montvale, NJ (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Montvale, NJ (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Our client, a leading manufacturer in the chemical industry, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join their team. As an R and D Laboratory Technician, you will be part of the Research and...

Jr. Quality Control Technician

  • Moonachie, NJ (12 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Moonachie, NJ (12 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Large printing company is looking for a Quality Control Technician for an immediate hire! This position assures consistent quality of production by developing and enforcing good manufacturing...

Chemical Quality Control Technician

  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

The role involves 70% wet chemistry lab work and 30% instrumentation....

Quality Control Technician

  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

The role involves 70% wet chemistry lab work and 30% instrumentation....

Lab Technician

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Lab Technician Company : Safran Aerosystems Oxygen Job field : Mechanics Location : Lancaster, New York Usa, New York, United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required...

Quality Control Technician

  • Wharton, NJ (15 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wharton, NJ (15 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Job ID: 510101 Safety, Integrity, Quality are the foundation or core values on which Tilcon New York Inc., a CRH company operates. Located in New York and New Jersey, Tilcon New York Inc. is an...

Quality Control Technician

  • Parsippany, NJ (5 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (5 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

The Quality Control Technician role in Parsippany, NJ, involves conducting daily product testing and sensory evaluations, ensuring food safety and sanitation standards, and maintaining equipment....

Temporary Medical Laboratory Technician

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

As a temporary Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) at IDEXX, you will be a key contributor at one of the largest veterinary diagnostic companies in the world. You will perform laboratory testing...

Quality Control Technician

  • Fords, NJ (23 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fords, NJ (23 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Must produce accurate and truthful data in a safe manner according to the procedures and guidelines listed the Quality Control Lab Technician training program....

Senior Lab Technician, Systems Biology

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Senior Lab Technician, Biology Location: New York, NY Place of Work: New York, NY/Hybrid Join dsm-firmenich in NYC as a Senior Technician during this exciting era in scent technology and aroma innovation...

Microbiology Laboratory Technician

  • Piscataway, NJ (24 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (24 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Eurofins CRL Cosmetics, Inc. is searching for a Microbiology Laboratory Technician to join our team in Piscataway, NJ This is an entry-level, Part-time, hourly position responsible for general...

Sr. Laboratory Technician

  • Newark, NJ (11 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (11 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Sr. Laboratory Technician Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare Department NJMS-PHRI CENTER-Z30001 Overview New Jersey's...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Fairfield, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Fairfield, NJ 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 Fairfield, NJ
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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