For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking a Packaging Lab Technician to work at a premier organization in NJ 07981. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.

Job Specifications:
– Job Type: Full-time
– Company: Kelly®
– Location: NJ 07981
– Pay Rate: $35/hr
– Shift: 1^st shift, 7.30am-4pm, MON-FRI

Why you should apply to be a Packaging Lab Technician:
• Get paid EVERY week
• Long-term job with career/growth options
• Cutting-edge laboratory with state-of-the-art equipment
• Benefits included from day 1! (Paid holidays, paid time off, paid sick days, Kelly Health Benefits with 401k, Medical/Dental/Vision, etc.)
• Access to outstanding Kelly perks via https://www.mykelly.us/us-mykelly/perks/

What’s a typical day as a Packaging Lab Technician? You’ll be:
• Managing at the East Hanover (EH) Lab and Whippany Pilot Plant (WPP), ensuring smooth operations and effective communication with the Packaging Development Team.
• Performing requested packaging testing, sharing data with requestors, and maintaining records of test results using GLIMS.
• Supporting or executing trials at the Whippany Pilot Plant while acting as the single point of contact for WPP staff.
• Assigned as Packaging Safety Steward for EH Lab and WPP
• Conducting Safety Training for new employees as needed
• Planning & submitting proposal for the following year’s budget during June/July timeframe
• Tracking expenses on blanket POs and ensuring phasing/forecast is accurate
• Acting as a liaison between Packaging Developers and Pilot Plant staff to plan trials, coordinate activities, material arrival and ensure proper forms/requirements are in place
• Working with WPP to create proper forms and documentation to comply with HSE & Food Safety standards, SOP, risk assessment, ability to recommission equipment and create PM plan
• Coordinating with vendors to complete yearly calibration tests in the East Hanover lab.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:
• Have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in managing a Packaging Lab, preferably in the food industry.
• Possess strong technical skills and the ability to learn quickly, executing tasks independently.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to be a strong team player, providing guidance to Junior Engineers.

What happens next
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be a Packaging Lab Technician today!
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