• Lab Technician

    Actalent (Fishers, IN)


    Description

    Job Opening: Laboratory Technician: Advanced Materials Separation

    Role Overview:

    We’re looking for a meticulous and hands-on Laboratory Technician to join our materials purification team. This role supports experimental and production-scale workflows focused on separating and refining specialty metals and compounds. You’ll be involved in sample preparation, analytical testing, and routine lab operations that contribute to the development of sustainable technologies and high-purity materials.

    Responsibilities:

    Prepare and process solid and liquid samples using grinding, digestion, dilution, and weighing techniques.

     

    Conduct analytical testing using methods such as ICP-MS, ICP-OES, titration, gravimetric analysis, and moisture determination.

     

    Maintain lab equipment including balances, glassware, and sample prep tools.

     

    Assist with packing separation columns and preparing reagents and buffers for aqueous processing.

     

    Perform calibrations and quality checks under supervision of technical staff leader.

     

    Document sample data and observations in lab notebooks and digital tracking systems.

     

    Monitor inventory of consumables, chemicals, and gases.

     

    Adhere to safety protocols when handling corrosive substances and metal-bearing materials.

     

    Support proper labeling and disposal of laboratory waste in compliance with safety standards.

     

    Collaborate with engineering and analytical teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting.

    Qualifications

    Must Have:

    Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Materials Science, or related discipline — or equivalent lab experience.

     

    1–3 years of experience in a chemical, metallurgical, or materials-focused lab setting.

     

    Familiarity with wet chemistry and common analytical instruments.

     

    Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

     

    Comfortable using spreadsheets and following written procedures.

    Nice to Have:

    Experience in hydrometallurgy, mineral processing, or trace metal analysis.

     

    Experience with acid digestion, filtration, and separation techniques.

     

    Exposure to chromatography systems or advanced spectrometry tools.

     

    Understanding of QA/QC documentation and lab accreditation standards.

     

    Experience in pilot-scale operations or cleanroom environments is a plus.

    Experience Level

    Intermediate Level

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fishers, IN.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $31.00/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 Fishers,IN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 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.