job summary: Provides comprehensive laboratory operations support to ensure efficient, compliant, and uninterrupted analytical and scientific activities. Responsible for laboratory organization, reagent and inventory management, equipment coordination, waste handling, and documentation support in accordance with SOPs, GLPs, and regulatory guidelines. Enables scientists to focus on analytical testing by maintaining a safe, audit-ready, and well-functioning laboratory environment. location: North Chicago, Illinois job type: Contract salary: $20 - 27 per hour work hours: 9 to 5 education: Bachelors responsibilities: Prepare buffers, reagents, standards, and solutions according to SOPs. Manage glassware cleaning, drying, storage, and redistribution. Perform routine laboratory housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe, and inspection-ready environment. Label, log, and properly store incoming chemicals and reagents.Monitor chemical inventory levels and ensure proper segregation and storage per safety guidelines. Support laboratory space organization and optimization. Order reagents, consumables, and laboratory supplies. Track inventory using approved systems and maintain accurate stock records. Coordinate receipt, inspection, and stocking of laboratory materials. Maintain SDS documentation and chemical tracking records.Manage laboratory waste collection and disposal (chemical, biological, sharps) per EH&S and regulatory requirements. Coordinate hazardous waste pickups. Ensure proper chemical labeling and secondary containment. Assist in laboratory safety inspections and corrective actions. Maintain safety equipment (eyewash stations, spill kits, fire extinguishers logs, etc.).Coordinate preventive maintenance and calibration schedules for laboratory equipment. Maintain equipment logs and service documentation. Assist with installation and decommissioning of laboratory equipment. Troubleshoot minor operational issues and escalate when needed.Complete laboratory documentation accurately and in accordance with SOPs and GLPs. Maintain training records related to laboratory operations. Support internal audits and regulatory inspections by ensuring documentation readiness. Assist QA with documentation retrieval and review support.Support analytical and formulation scientists by preparing materials and ensuring readiness of lab space. Communicate inventory or safety concerns proactively. Build productive internal relationships with lab staff, QA, Facilities, and EH&S. qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2+ years in lab setting).Knowledge of routine operation, maintenance, and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs, and regulatory guidelines.Knowledge of applicable regulatory authority, compendia and ICH guidelinesDemonstrates excellent manual dexterity skills, allowing for precise and accurate work.Exhibits strong written and oral communication skills, facilitating effective communication within the team and with stakeholders.Displays exceptional time management and project management skills, ensuring efficient completion of tasks.Proven problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, enabling the identification and resolution of issues.Capable of cross-training on sample preparation techniques with another laboratory group, enhancing versatility and collaboration.Thrives in a collaborative work environment, actively contributing to a cohesive and productive team. Physical Requirements: Frequently stationary for 6-8 hours per day.Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.Requires multiple periods of intense concentration.Occasional crouching, stooping, bending and twisting of upper body and neck.Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.Frequently interacts with others to obtain or relate information to diverse groups.Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence. Ability to perform under stress. Ability to multi-task.Regular and consistent attendance. skills: SOP Development, International Council for Harmonization (ICH) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.