• Lab Technician

    Actalent (Chicago, IL)


    Job Title: Lab Technician

    Job Description

    The Lab Technician will conduct standard and advanced analytical techniques, including bench titration, pH testing, specific gravity measurements, and small bench non-volatile and residue testing. The role involves starting the GC process, with samples sent to a different location for completion. All testing involves non-hazardous materials.

    Responsibilities

    + Conduct standard and advanced analytical techniques, including bench titration, pH testing, specific gravity, small bench, non-volatile, and residue testing.

    + Initiate the GC process and prepare samples for external testing.

    + Bring in products and conduct inbound receipts, documenting information into the internal system.

    + Confirm material compliance with prescribed specifications.

    + Maintain equipment logs and ensure proper functioning.

    + Follow SOPs and assist in developing additional methods.

    + Review and update documents such as procedures and batch instructions.

    + Provide assessment and disposition of quarantine product.

    + Assist with providing certificates of analysis for customer shipments.

    + Complete monthly quality checks for quality, GMP, and safety-related programs.

    + Assist with the creation of customer-specific labels for product deliveries.

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or chemical engineering; an associate's degree in a science-related field will be considered.

    + Experience with Microsoft skills, especially Microsoft Access.

    + Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to take initiative.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $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 Chicago,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 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.