Lab Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Laboratory Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for generating and evaluating lab-scale samples, supporting customer technical programs, conducting process and product research, and assisting in manufacturing support. This role requires a keen eye for detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Generate and evaluate lab-scale samples for customer technical programs.
• Conduct process and product research programs and provide manufacturing support.
• Troubleshoot and maintain equipment necessary for production and routine processing.
• Evaluate properties and support machine scale-up work.
• Maintain appropriate logs, notebooks, and other records, including computer documents.
• Conduct internet and other information searches as needed for problem-solving.
• Perform stoichiometric calculations for production using computer programs or hand calculations.

Essential Skills

• Experience in laboratory work, with 1-3 years in a similar role.
• Proficiency in performing stoichiometric calculations.
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Strong organizational skills for maintaining logs and records.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Understanding and adherence to EHS SOPs and Responsible Care rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively with more than one technical supervisor.
• Competency in interfacing with manufacturing and research personnel, and customers when needed.
• Capability of providing timely results to assure product quality.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and requires the ability to interface with various functions such as manufacturing and research personnel. The role involves managing multiple tasks and maintaining a safe work environment by adhering to EHS SOPs and Responsible Care guidelines.

Experience Level

Entry Level

This is a Contract position based out of Filer, ID.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Filer,ID.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.