Lab Operations Technician

Job Title: Lab Operations TechnicianJob Description The Lab Operations Technician supports the day-to-day operation of validation laboratories and engineering test environments, ensuring that lab assets, benches, and systems are ready, accessible, and properly documented for cross-functional engineering teams. Responsibilities + Monitor lab readiness and bench availability to ensure validation laboratories and engineering test environments are prepared for ongoing and upcoming activities. + Support connectivity and remote-access setup so engineers and stakeholders can reliably access lab systems and test benches. + Maintain accurate asset tracking and maintenance records for laboratory equipment, tools, and test benches. + Prepare clear and timely operational status reports that summarize lab readiness, asset status, and any issues impacting testing or validation activities. + Participate in issue escalation and resolution activities by documenting problems, coordinating with appropriate teams, and tracking progress to closure. + Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to understand upcoming test needs and adjust lab resources and bench availability accordingly. + Ensure inventory tracking processes are followed and that critical lab materials and equipment are available when needed. + Support documentation efforts by updating lab procedures, asset records, and configuration details to maintain an accurate operational picture. Essential Skills + 25 years of experience supporting technical, engineering, or laboratory environments. + Experience with asset management, including tracking, labeling, and maintaining equipment records. + Proficiency in inventory tracking to manage laboratory materials, tools, and consumables. + Ability to prepare and maintain reporting related to lab operations, asset status, and readiness. + Basic networking knowledge to support connectivity and remote-access setup for lab systems. + Strong documentation skills for maintaining accurate records, procedures, and asset information. + Associate degree, technical diploma, military technical training, or equivalent experience in a related technical field. + Strong organizational skills to manage multiple lab activities, assets, and priorities. + Customer-focused mindset when supporting engineering teams and internal stakeholders. + Effective problem-solving skills to identify, escalate, and help resolve operational issues. + Clear and professional communication skills for interacting with cross-functional teams and documenting lab status. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in automotive, manufacturing, R&D laboratory, industrial automation, or product development support environments is preferred. + Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional engineering teams in a fast-paced technical setting. + Comfort with structured processes for asset tracking, inventory management, and reporting. + Attention to detail when documenting equipment status, maintenance activities, and lab configurations. Work Environment This role is primarily onsite in engineering laboratory settings, working closely with validation benches, over-the-air (OTA) testing activities, and cross-functional engineering teams. The work environment is hands-on and technical, centered around maintaining lab readiness, supporting test equipment and connectivity, and ensuring that validation and engineering activities can proceed smoothly. The technician operates in a structured, process-oriented environment where accurate documentation, asset tracking, and clear communication are essential. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Dearborn, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 Dearborn,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 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. 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