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Job Title: Lab TechnicianJob Description

As a Lab Technician, you will be responsible for understanding and following Quality System documents such as the Quality Manual, SOPs, and Methods. You will adhere to quality measures to meet or exceed standards set by ISO/IEC, government regulatory (cGMP, GLP), and company requirements. You will also ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Proficiency in at least one core method and the ability to conduct another method with minimal supervision are essential. Operating basic lab equipment and accurately analyzing samples to meet customer commitments are key aspects of this role.

Responsibilities

+ Understand and follow relevant Quality System documents.

+ Adhere to quality measures and standards, including ISO/IEC, cGMP, and GLP.

+ Comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

+ Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

+ Demonstrate proficiency in core methods and operate lab equipment.

+ Set up and weigh batches of samples.

+ Perform timely and accurate sample analysis using appropriate methods.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, and Laboratory techniques.

+ Experience in quality control, GMP, and quality assurance.

+ Ability to operate HPLC and conduct wet chemistry analyses.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or a related field preferred.

+ High School Diploma and previous lab experience required if no Bachelor's degree.

Work Environment

This role includes openings for proximate and dietary fiber analysis on the 3rd shift from 12 PM to 8:30 AM, with schedules from Tuesday to Saturday, Sunday to Thursday, or Monday to Friday. Training is provided Monday to Friday on the 1st shift for about a month before transitioning to your assigned shift. The facility is a large, fast-paced production lab with seven labs focused on nutritional testing for various industries.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.70 - $21.70/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 Des Moines,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 10, 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.