Lab Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Lab Technician
Job Description

As a Lab Technician, you will perform manufacturing and quality tasks in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), and Batch Records (BRs). Your role involves operating and maintaining process equipment, formulating reagents and buffers, assembling and packaging finished goods, and ensuring accurate inventory management. You will also be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting quality data, troubleshooting manufacturing processes, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain process equipment including automated liquid handling systems, vacuum ovens, pumps, multi-channel pipettes, UV-Vis spectrophotometers, and pH and conductivity meters.
• Formulate reagents and buffers according to specifications.
• Assemble and package finished goods.
• Identify and escalate process-related issues.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret quality data; communicate findings to team leads or supervisors.
• Maintain accurate inventory through cycle counts and process work orders.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing processes as required.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment; actively participate in 6S initiatives.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and manufacturing personnel to support R&D and process improvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as collaboratively in team settings.
• Solid understanding of GDP, GLP, and cGMP requirements.
• Basic knowledge of equipment upkeep, calibration, and maintenance.
• Proficient computer skills, including experience with Excel, Word, and MES.
• Working knowledge of MRP and ERP systems.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, engineering, or a relevant field of study.
• 1 - 3 years of relevant experience in consumable manufacturing preferred.
• Hands-on experience with surface chemistry is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with automation is a plus.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

You will work in a manufacturing lab environment, which involves operating various process equipment. The role requires maintaining a clean and safe workspace, and participating in initiatives to improve workplace organization and efficiency.

Job Type & Location

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

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.50/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 San Diego,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 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.

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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.