• Lab Technician

    Actalent (Dayton, NJ)


    Job Title: Lab TechnicianJob Description

     

    The primary responsibility of this entry-level role is to support the Sensory team by preparing tasting solutions and sourcing reference materials for evaluations. Additional duties include administrative support such as maintaining lab supply inventory, organizing emails, and assisting with general lab operations as needed.

    Responsibilities

    + Prepare tasting solutions and source reference materials for evaluations.

    + Maintain lab supply inventory and organize emails.

    + Assist with general lab operations as needed.

    Essential Skills

    + Quality control

    + Laboratory experience

    + QC (Quality Control)

    + GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)

    + Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or Engineering

    + Previous experience in Flavors/Food

    + 6 months to 1 year of experience in Quality - pulling references, setting up sensory stations, handling raw materials

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience in sensory evaluation and food science

    + Passion for green chemistry, biotech, and environmental impact

    Work Environment

    Work in pioneering spaces focused on biodegradable, plant-based materials for everyday products like detergents. Employees contribute to reducing plastic waste and carbon footprints, offering meaningful work beyond profit. The Citrus Innovation Center and Nourish Innovation Lab provide advanced labs and sensory testing environments, ideal for those in food science, flavor chemistry, or consumer insights. These spaces offer access to tools and collaborations that foster creativity and experimentation.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Dayton, New Jersey.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Dayton,NJ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 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.

     

    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.