Lab Technician

Laboratory Technician
Looking to Move from Production into a Laboratory Role?

We're seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our Quality Control team. This is a great opportunity for individuals with manufacturing, food production, quality, or packaging experience who are interested in building a career in a laboratory setting. Training is provided, and you'll gain hands-on experience performing testing that helps ensure product quality and safety.
What You'll Do

• Collect and prepare samples for laboratory testing
• Perform routine quality tests on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products
• Record and review test results following established procedures
• Communicate results with production and quality teams
• Assist with maintaining laboratory equipment
• Support daily laboratory operations and continuous improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in manufacturing, food production, packaging, quality, or a related environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
• Comfortable working with data, documentation, and testing equipment
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Interest in learning laboratory techniques and quality systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous quality, laboratory, or food manufacturing experience
• Coursework in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or a related field
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to transition from production into a laboratory career
• Hands-on training and development
• Learn laboratory testing and quality systems
• Work alongside experienced quality professionals
• Growth opportunities within Quality and Laboratory Operations

Work Environment

This position is based in a clean laboratory setting that supports a 24/7 manufacturing operation. You'll spend your shift performing hands-on testing and playing an important role in ensuring product quality and safety.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of PORTAGE, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.26 - $28.96/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 PORTAGE,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 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 click.appcast.io 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.