• Laboratory Technician

    Actalent (Minneapolis, MN)


    Laboratory Technician

     

    Wet Chemistry | Day Shift: M-F | Excellent Room for Growth | Offers Benefits

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Lab Technician to join our team, working in a dual role between two different food-grade labs. This is a full-time, first shift position located onsite at our facility, where you will play a crucial part in the sample preparation process, ensuring accuracy and excellence in lab testing.

    Responsibilities

    + Execute preparation techniques for processing samples, utilizing equipment such as grinding mills, blenders, and liquid nitrogen.

    + Accurately label sample cups with unique identifiers and record details in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

    + Split responsibilities between sample processing and the Fibers Lab, focusing on the digestion of food products and the use of HPLC and Protein Analyzers.

    + Work collaboratively within a team environment, maintaining personal responsibility for assigned tasks.

    + Handle multiple tasks and projects with minimal guidance, ensuring timely and accurate completion.

    + Organize and manage sample delivery and disposal.

    + Submit samples to third-party labs, logging and preparing them for shipment.

    + Adhere to lab safety and quality protocols, including PPE, GMP, OSHA, and ISO standards.

    + Facilitate analytical testing, including Enzyme Digestion, LECO, Ash Analysis, and Protein Analysis.

    Essential Skills

    + Minimum of 2 years' experience in a lab setting or an AS/BS in a science-related field.

    + 3-6 months of industry lab experience with sample preparation and analytical instruments, including HPLC or Protein Analyzers.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 hybrid position in Minneapolis,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 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.