Laboratory Assistant_

Los Angeles

**Laboratory Assistant- East LA (to be moved to San Fernando by end of year)**

**Summary:**

Kelly Science & Clinical is currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individuals for the position of Laboratory Assistant with a flavor production company in Los Angeles, CA (Near California State University, Los Angeles) with plans to relocate by the end of the year to San Fernando. This role offers an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in Food Technology or equivalent education/experience. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in our laboratory team, collaborating with experienced R&D Chemists to prepare and improve products, conduct quality control analyses, and ensure the timely fulfillment of customer sample requests. If you have a passion for innovation, a strong foundation in lab practices, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment, we invite you to apply and contribute to our team's success.

**Job Details:**

+ Pay Rate:

$21-$24/hr DOE

+ Shift:

First shift: 7:30am - 4:00pm

+ Duration:

Temp-to-hire (~ 6 month temp period)

**Responsibilities:**

+ Prepare stock samples for customers and facilitate their evaluation by a Chemist or above for quality

+ Assist Chemists in daily work assignments

+ Perform simple modifications for the improvement of existing products using existing and/or new raw materials

+ Report to the Laboratory Manager, while also receiving instructions from Chemists or above

+ Maintain internal contacts with Quality Control, Production, and intercompany lab personnel regarding resources, production, and Q.C. procedures

+ Foster a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in ways that enhance relationships with vendors, customers, co-workers, and supervisors, while achieving and enhancing performance standards

+ Compound new and/or existing products, including Juice Concentrates and Flavors, based on defined customer or in-house requirements with specific instructions for each project

+ Record and document all completed work

+ Perform all Q.C. analysis and tests required on new and/or modified products developed

+ Prepare stock samples to fulfill customer sample requests

+ Maintain sufficient lab sample inventory to meet customer requests

+ Conduct shelf life studies and stability testing of products

+ Assist in the Q.C. Department in the absence of Q.C. personnel

+ Coordinate and pack samples for shipment to customers in collaboration with the shipping department to ensure the proper handling of products

+ Maintain an organized and clean working area

+ Perform other duties and special projects as required

**Qualifications:**

+ B.S. in Food Technology or equivalent education/experience

+ Experience: 0-3 years

+ Familiarity with a lab environment and the metric system

+ Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.