• Lab Assistant I

    Actalent (Agoura Hills, CA)


    Job Title: Lab Assistant I

    Job Description

    The Lab Assistant will play a crucial role in a high-volume production environment, contributing significantly to clinical lab science. The position requires working overnight shifts/graveyard.

    Responsibilities

    + Receive and sort clinical lab specimens.

    + Prepare specimens for testing and analysis.

    + Scan and/or enter specimen and patient information into the system.

    + Ensure all lab equipment is functioning correctly and perform minor maintenance tasks.

    + Troubleshoot specimen-related issues.

    + Replenish test bench supplies as necessary.

    + Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

    + Complete record logs and other administrative duties as requested.

    + Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards.

    Essential Skills

    + High school diploma or equivalent.

    + Previous medical/lab or production experience is preferred.

    + Comfortable with handling biological specimens.

    + Ability to accurately identify specimens.

    + Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills.

    + High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask.

    + Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and meet established turn-around times.

    + Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

    + Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.

    + Must pass a standardized color blindness test.

    + Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

    Work Environment

    The work environment is a high-volume production setting that requires handling biological specimens. The role demands attention to detail, prioritization skills, and the ability to multitask. The lab operates during night hours from Tuesday to Saturday, requiring the ability to work overnight shifts. Safety and quality standards are paramount, and the team strives to maintain a clean and safe working space. The position may also require sitting or standing for extended periods.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $20.70 - $20.70/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)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Agoura Hills,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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.

     

    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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.