Lab Technician

Job Title: Lab Technician (1st shift with Wednesdays and Thursdays off) Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Lab Technician to support quality control operations and help drive site performance across safety, environmental compliance, quality, and production targets. This role plays a key part in maintaining compliance with cGMP/GLP standards while supporting laboratory operations, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Shift Information: 5:30am- 2:00pm Friday-Tuesday

Key Responsibilities

• Perform quality control testing in accordance with cGMP and GLP standards

• Support CDL standardization efforts and participate in safety inspections

• Provide coverage for lab-ware operations during team absences

• Maintain inventory of chemicals and materials for media preparation and flask inoculation

• Manage and ensure compliance with ISO procedures, including resolving non-conformities

• Conduct routine inspections and safety walk-throughs

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement enhancements

• Coordinate maintenance and calibration of lab equipment and computer systems

• Assist with training initiatives and enforce adherence to SOPs (CDL/SBP)

• Support the Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) management system

Required Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of Chemistry, Biology, and laboratory practices

• Understanding of GMP and GLP regulations

• Basic math skills and proficiency in reading and writing English

• Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Email)

Preferred Qualifications

• College-level coursework in Microbiology and/or Chemistry

• Experience using laboratory equipment such as:

• Brightfield microscopes

• pH meters, centrifuges, YSI analyzers

• Analytical balances and refractometers

• Ability to perform Gram staining and identify microbial contamination

• Hands-on experience with:

• Aseptic techniques and contamination control

• Frozen culture preparation

• Autoclave operation

Why this position?

• Be part of a quality-driven, safety-focused team

• Gain hands-on experience in a regulated laboratory environment

• Opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement and innovation

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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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