Lab Technician Jobs in Milpitas, CA

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

  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

We're hiring a part-time lab technician to manage cell culture, perform transfections, and prepare cells for imaging. The role is 5-10 h/wk at our lab in MBC BioLabs, Mission Bay....

Lab Technician

  • Sunnyvale, CA (11 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (11 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 2 days ago

including: X-ray fluorescence (XRF) Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) Ion Chromatography (IC) Gas Chromatography - Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) Liquid Chromatography - Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS...

Clinical Laboratory Associate I, Tuesday-Saturday, 1st Shift (7:00am-3:30pm)

  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

Analytical Chemistry Lab Technician

  • Cupertino, CA (17 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cupertino, CA (17 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 2 days ago

A client of Innova Solutions is looking for an Analytical Chemistry Lab Technician Position Type: Full time/Regular Location: Cupertino, CA As an Analytical Chemistry Lab Technician, you will need:...

Quality Control Technician (Medical Devices)

  • Hayward, CA (22 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (22 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago

The Quality Control Technician will perform a variety of inspection and quality tasks in support of manufacturing operations and new product development activities. You will perform daily...

Laboratory Technician @ Santa Clara, CA

  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago

equipment calibration, preventive maintenance documentation Work with the engineering teams to resolve issues and identify areas for suggested improvement Qualification requirements: 2+ years Prior lab...

Laboratory Technician

  • Livermore, CA (11 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Livermore, CA (11 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 7 days ago

General information Requisition # R59133 Locations USA-CA-LIVERMORE Posting Date 03/14/2025 Security Clearance Required None Remote Type Onsite Time Type Full time Description & Requirements Shape...

Lab Technician, Cell Manufacturing

  • Fremont, CA (13 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (13 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Tesla is looking for a Lab Technician to join our Cell Manufacturing Analytical Lab team at our Pilot Facility, located in Fremont, California....

Waste Water Treatment/Hazardous Chemical Technician

  • Palo Alto, CA (18 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (18 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Waste Water Treatment/Hazardous Materials Technician Family owned Hammon Plating has been in business since 1969. As a leader and critical supplier in the cleaning and plating industry, we have...

Clinical Laboratory Associate II (3rd Shift, Wednesday-Saturday, 4x10 Hour Days, 9:00pm - 7:30am)

  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

Clinical Laboratory Associate II (1st Shift, Sunday-Tuesday, Thursday, 4x10 Hour Days, 5:00am - 3:30pm)

  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

Quality Control Technician

  • Morgan Hill, CA (20 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Morgan Hill, CA (20 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Quality Control Technician About Specialized: First and foremost, we are riders. We share the core belief that bikes help make the world a better place. From product development and operations, to...

Laboratory Technician II

  • Fremont, CA (13 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (13 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 21 days ago

The candidates would preferably have prior experience with physical property testing, as well as analytical chemistry and acid handling....

Chemical Technician (TKM)

  • Milpitas, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 24 days ago

Job Summary: The Chemical Technician is responsible for handling chemicals, solutions, and chemical waste safely, performing cleaning operations on critical parts, maintaining production records,...

Quality Control Technician (1st Shift)

  • Milpitas, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 24 days ago

LeanTeq is best-in-class in a very niche part of the semiconductor industry and is looking for quality-oriented people who enjoy working in a great culture to join our team. Our company does...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Milpitas, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Milpitas, CA 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 Milpitas, CA
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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