Job ID: DB540264313
Location: Kent, OH
Category: Industrial & Manufacturing
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 03/13/2026
Quality Lab Technician | $16.50 per hour | 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday
What Matters Most
· Competitive Pay of $16.50 per hour
· Schedule: Monday – Friday | 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
· Location: Cuyahoga Falls, OH
· Temporary-to-hire opportunity with career growth and stability
· Weekly Pay with direct deposit or pay card
· When you work through The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in dental, vision and medical insurance as well as 401K, direct deposit and our referral bonus program
· Schedule: Monday – Friday | 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
· Location: Cuyahoga Falls, OH
· Temporary-to-hire opportunity with career growth and stability
· Weekly Pay with direct deposit or pay card
· When you work through The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in dental, vision and medical insurance as well as 401K, direct deposit and our referral bonus program
Job Description
The Quality Lab Technician performs quality assurance testing on compounded rubber products to ensure they meet company and customer specifications. This role operates and monitors various laboratory instruments while accurately recording and evaluating test results. The technician prepares samples, performs routine lab procedures, and collaborates with production teams to resolve quality issues. Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills are essential to maintain product quality and compliance.
Responsibilities
· Perform quality assurance testing on rubber products using various laboratory instruments and testing equipment
· Prepare, cut, and test product samples to ensure they meet required company and customer specifications
· Accurately record, review, and report testing data, including documenting non-conforming materials
· Operate and maintain lab equipment such as viscometers, rheometers, curing presses, ovens, and lab scales
· Complete daily safety and lab checklists while maintaining a clean and organized laboratory environment
· Prepare, cut, and test product samples to ensure they meet required company and customer specifications
· Accurately record, review, and report testing data, including documenting non-conforming materials
· Operate and maintain lab equipment such as viscometers, rheometers, curing presses, ovens, and lab scales
· Complete daily safety and lab checklists while maintaining a clean and organized laboratory environment
Qualifications and Requirements
· High School Diploma or GED required
· Basic math, reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
· Lab-related or industrial manufacturing experience preferred
· Strong attention to detail with the ability to interpret data and make sound decisions
· Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
· Basic math, reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
· Lab-related or industrial manufacturing experience preferred
· Strong attention to detail with the ability to interpret data and make sound decisions
· Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Benefits and Perks
· Pay Rate: $16.50 per hour
· Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits available
· Paid Holidays (based on eligibility)
· Training and Career Growth Opportunities
· Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits available
· Paid Holidays (based on eligibility)
· Training and Career Growth Opportunities
Your New Organization
Our client is a well-established manufacturing company in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, specializing in high-quality polymer and rubber compounds. The company values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement while maintaining a professional and safety-focused work environment.
Your Career Partner
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
The base salary range for this position is $34,320–$40,000, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final salary will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future salary growth.
