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Job Title: Lab Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Lab Technician to perform HPLC testing, prepare process and finished product samples, conduct analytical testing, and record results into software programs. The ideal candidate will organize and prepare samples, clean testing equipment and lab areas, perform light maintenance and calibration on laboratory equipment, and ensure all systems are operating accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform HPLC testing

• Prepare process and finished product samples

• Conduct analytical testing

• Record results into software programs

• Organize and prepare samples

• Clean testing equipment and lab areas

• Perform light maintenance and calibration on laboratory equipment

• Organize, clean, and schedule orders for lab equipment

• Ensure all systems are operating accurately by continually comparing equipment readouts with samples of standards

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associates of Science or Bachelor's of Science in Chemistry or related field preferred

• 1-2 years of relevant lab-based experience

• Ability to multitask and run various tests

• Willingness to be trained on-site with HPLC, GC, and other scientific instrumentation

• High School Diploma required

Work Environment

Duties include picking up ethanol samples and running them in the lab, along with training on other lab responsibilities. The job requires working rotating shifts, alternating days and nights, with a schedule of 12-hour shifts that rotate between 7 AM-7 PM and 7 PM-7 AM, following a 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off pattern. Initial training will be on a floating schedule and may not follow the typical shift pattern.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Clinton,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 17, 2025.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.