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Job Title: Analytical Services Laboratory Technician

Job Description

The role involves performing routine testing on all samples within the Analytical Services laboratory. This position is essential for providing analytical data crucial for process control, quality control, process development, product development, and waste management.

Responsibilities

+ Prepare and analyze various types of samples using physical and chemical analytical techniques.

+ Operate sophisticated analytical equipment including pH meters, spectrophotometers, and HPLC.

+ Conduct microbiological tests to determine spore counts and contamination levels.

+ Utilize the STARLiMS Laboratory Information Management System and other laboratory data acquisition systems.

+ Record, calculate, and report analytical results promptly and accurately.

+ Maintain records to meet internal and external requirements.

+ Perform daily instrument calibrations and inspections while adhering to safety and housekeeping practices.

+ Serve as a Safety Officer for the shift when required.

+ Maintain laboratory supplies, prepare solutions, clean glassware, and manage waste.

+ Train others on waste management procedures.

+ Review analytical data and LIMS reports.

+ Communicate issues with team members and supervisors.

+ Diagnose instrument problems and assist others with similar issues.

+ Prioritize workload and manage multiple tasks to optimize laboratory efficiency.

Essential Skills

+ Experience in a laboratory setting, particularly with HPLC and GC.

+ Strong background in chemistry and laboratory techniques.

+ Quality control and GMP knowledge.

+ High attention to detail with the ability to analyze outcomes against standards.

+ Ability to diagnose typical instrument problems independently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ High School diploma with 4-6 years of lab experience, or a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Life Science.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Muscatine,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 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.