Lab Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Lab Technician

Working Schedule: Off shift; Swing or 3rd most likely

Swing: Monday 7AM-3PM, Tuesday 11PM-7AM, Wednesday 11PM-7AM, Thursday 3PM-11PM, Friday 3PM-11PM

3rd Shift: Monday 11PM-7AM, OFF Tuesday/Wednesday, Thursday- Friday 11PM-7AM, Saturday 11PM-11AM, Sunday 11PM-7AM

We are seeking a Lab Technician to join our Quality team. In this role, you will help ensure product quality and food safety by performing laboratory testing on in-process and finished products. This position requires attention to detail, accurate data entry, and the ability to follow established procedures in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Perform routine laboratory tests on products and samples.
• Record and enter test results accurately into company systems.
• Follow GMP, GLP, HACCP, and other quality standards.
• Receive, label, store, and manage samples properly.
• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Identify and report quality issues or unusual test results.
• Maintain testing supplies and communicate inventory needs.
• Work closely with Quality, Production, and other departments.
• Keep the laboratory clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow all environmental, health, and safety procedures.

• Previous laboratory experience preferred.
• Strong computer and data entry skills.
• Ability to follow written procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Analytical laboratory experience.
• Experience working in a quality, food production, or manufacturing environment.

This role requires working off-shift hours, including evenings, overnight shifts, and rotating schedules. The position is based in a laboratory setting within a manufacturing facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chattanooga, TN.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $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 Chattanooga,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 3, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

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.