Lab Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Lab Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Lab Assistant to support our manufacturing operations. This role involves conducting daily batch and physical testing, operating laboratory computers and analytical instruments, and ensuring the quality of incoming raw materials. The Lab Assistant will document analytical data and audit information, assist in investigating material anomalies, and support plant trial requests. The successful candidate will adhere to good laboratory practices and perform cleaning and housekeeping tasks in the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily batch and physical testing using standard chemical assays.
• Operate laboratory computers and analytical instruments, including troubleshooting and calibrations.
• Test incoming raw materials and verify quality against benchmarks.
• Document analytical data, audit information, and specifications in data management systems.
• Assist in investigating non-chemical material anomalies in manufacturing.
• Support plant trial requests as needed.
• Adhere to good laboratory practices for safe chemical handling.
• Perform cleaning and housekeeping tasks for the laboratory and equipment.
• Collaborate with chemists on additional duties.
• Ensure regular and predictable attendance.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years of experience in a lab or testing environment with wet chemistry procedures.
• Experience in medical, manufacturing, or food lab settings.
• Ability to troubleshoot and calibrate laboratory equipment.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and chemical handling.
• Proficiency in batch testing and wet chemistry.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Open to candidates with or without a degree.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Knowledge of HPLCs is a plus.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Harrisonville, MO.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/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 Harrisonville,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 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.